What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Research Professional, Department of Chemistry position at The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia?
The Department of Chemistry at the University of Virginia seeks a Laboratory Research Professional (J1885) to provide support for undergraduate laboratory courses conducted in the evenings. The primary responsibility will be supporting evening undergraduate labs in organic and general chemistry. This position will also support upper-level biochemistry, analyticalchemistryand physical chemistry labs as needed.The individual will be joining a team of three other lab coordinators who will work together to cover all instruction labs as needed.For more information, please visit:https://chemistry.as.virginia.edu/
Responsibilities
- Prepare chemistry instructional labs percoursematerials.
- Prepare chemical solutions, including buffer solutions, acid/base solutions, andorganic solutions.
- Maintenance of laboratory equipment including analytical instrumentation (GC/MS, LC/MS, FTIR, NMR, Microwave reactor, Plate Readers, UV/Visspectrometers, Glovebox), balances, pH meters, ovens and centrifuges. Schedule andmaintainmaintenance records of equipment/facilities. May assemble, test, calibrate, clean, or make minor repairs to equipment
- Management of glassware and consumable lab supplies, including beakers, flasks, and other typical glassware.
- Prepare specialized equipment,apparatusand solutions for specific laboratory sessions.
- Cleanup activities following laboratory sessions
- Management and disposal of waste (including hazardous) materials following laboratory sessions.
- Stockroom dutiesto includeglassware washing, chemical inventory control, general cleaning, waste management, and otherduties asassigned.
- Provide general oversight during laboratory sessions.
Monitor student compliance with good safety practices, including proper clothing (long sleeves, long pants, no exposed skin except for hands and face), lab coats,glovesand goggles.
- Maintain laboratory computers and projection equipment.
- Monitor for laboratory accidents and illnesses, including directing students to University Department of Student Health or other medical facilities as needed
- Provide feedback to instructional faculty in formulating instructional procedures, suggesting options for improving student success, and recommending solutions.
- Oversee day-to-day operation of instructional labs.
- Train users in equipment operation; explain anddemonstratetechnology and equipment capabilities, limitations, and outcomes.
- May oversee undergraduate instructional assistants and graduate teaching assistants during lab sessions.
- Attend weekly meetings of teaching assistants and/or other lab coordinators.
- Crosstrain in the preparation and operation of the introductory general chemistry and organic chemistry labs.
- In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degreerequired.
- Experience: 3 years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Successful completion of a two-semester university-level course in introductory chemistry
- Successful completion of a two-semester university-level course in organic chemistry
- Ability to use Microsoft Windows software isa must
- Familiarity with a variety of instrumentation software packages is a plus
Physical Demands
These positions can spend extensive periods of time standing and squatting while preparing experiments.
Salary Range
- Salary will becommensuratewith education and experience.
Position Type & Work Location
- This isanexempt-level,benefitedposition. Learn more aboutUVA benefits.
- This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability.
- This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.
About UVA and the Community
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Application Timeline
Application review will begin afterSeptember 7, 2026
Additional Requirements
- Background checkswill be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
- This positionwill notconsider candidates whorequireimmigrationsponsorshipnowor in the future.
How to Apply
Please applyonline, by searching for requisition numberR0087106
Internal applicantsmay search and apply for jobs on theUVA Internal Careers website.
Complete an application with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Upload all materials into the resume submissionfield. You cansubmitmultiple documents intothis onefield or combine them into one PDF.Applications without allrequireddocuments will notreceivefull consideration.
Reference Check Process
Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responsesrequired.
Contact
- For questions about the application process, please contactJonFreeman, jf2sw@virginia.edu.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
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