Lab Technician, Liao Lab

The Department of Surgery at the University of Virginia (UVA) School of Medicine seeks applicants for a Laboratory Technician to become a participating member of the Xinghua Liao laboratories.

The Lab Technician will be responsible for consenting patients, collecting specimens, inputting and managing data, coordinating with lab personnel for sample distribution, and other lab duties as assigned.

The successful candidate will be expected to perform the following duties:

• Process biospecimens, properly store bio samples and keep all relevant records.

• Coordinate shipping and delivery of bio samples.

• Support lab members with collection of data.

• Record accurate information and logs of experimental data.

• Assist with the basic lab duties.

Qualified candidates must have:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent

• Experience: At least 1 year of lab experience, which may include student experience.

Preferred experience:

• Experience with spreadsheets, electronic file structure, data entry/reporting tools and basic computer skills.

• Data collection, file organization, and record keeping

• Familiarity with administrative and interpersonal skills.

• Knowledge of the healthcare system: including medical terminology, HIPAA/privacy regulations, and clinical procedures.

Physical Demands: This position will spend significant time working with patients, healthcare providers, and scientific researchers. Collaboration and coordination skills are essential. Clear verbal and written communication is critical. Also requires keyboarding, as well as some benchwork for bio sample processing.

This position is located in Charlottesville, VA and must be performed fully on site.

This position is a restricted position and is dependent upon project need, availability of funding and performance.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $19-$21 per hour commensurate with education and experience.

This is a non-exempt level, benefited position. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit hr.virginia.edu/benefits.

This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas now or in the future.

The University will perform background checks and health screenings on all new hires prior to employment.

Application Process:

Please apply online, and search for R0083747. Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. Complete an application online with the following documents:

• CV/Resume

• 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 the required documents will not receive full consideration.

References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process SkillSurvey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process. A minimum of three are required.

For information regarding the position or the application process, please contact Jessica Speth, Academic Recruiter, js9rk@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.