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    Lab Specialist, CHRC, Department of Pediatrics - Charlottesville, United States - University of Virginia

    University of Virginia
    University of Virginia Charlottesville, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Virginia (UVA) School of Medicine seeks applicants to support the laboratory of Dr.

    Fernando Ruiz for a experienced Laboratory Specialist. Lab Specialists provide technical support by performing complex lab and research-related tasks. They specialize in research methods and equipment functions specific to investigations, adapting methods and procedures to meet research needs.


    Key Responsibilities:

    • Provide technical support in laboratory environments, executing complex lab and research-related tasks.
    • Act as specialists in research methods and equipment functions relevant to ongoing investigations.
    • Adapt methods and procedures as necessary to meet the evolving needs of research projects.
    • Undertake diverse and longer-term assignments, showcasing expertise in addressing non-routine challenges.
    • Perform daily activities autonomously, demonstrating proficiency and reliability in executing tasks without supervision.
    • Provide oversight and guidance on longer-term assignments, ensuring their successful completion.
    • Facilitate training sessions for team members on work processes and policies, contributing to knowledge dissemination and skill development within the organization.

    Minimum Requirements:

    • Education: Bachelor's degree. Six years of lab-related experience accepted in lieu of a degree.
    • Experience: Three years of experience.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Experience in laboratory settings, with a focus on research-related tasks.
    • Strong adaptability and problem-solving skills, essential for addressing non-routine challenges.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, facilitating effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.
    This is restricted 12-month position. This position may be renewed dependent on grant funding. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

    This is Non-Exempt level, benefited position. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit

    This position will remain open until filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. A completed pre-employment health screen is required for this position prior to employment.

    References will be completed via UVA's standardized process Skill Survey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process.


    Physical Demands:
    This position is located in Charlottesville, VA


    To Apply:
    Please apply through Careers at UVA , and search for R

    Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching 'Find Jobs.'

    Complete an application online with the following documents:

    • CV
    • Cover letter
    Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

    For questions about the application process, please contact Yelena Markazyan, Academic Recruiter at

    For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see and


    The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.

    We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.



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