Lab Specialist
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT), Blacksburg, VA, United States
Job Description
The Entomology Department Kuhar Lab is looking for a dedicated individual to apply technical knowledge to assist the vegetable entomology research and Extension program. This laboratory specialist position also has responsibilities for supervision of wage employees, and working cooperatively with other team members (graduate students and postdocs).
Lab Management Duties
Maintain adequate reserves of laboratory supplies
Order laboratory supplies as needed
Maintain laboratory orderliness and cleanliness
Ensure the laboratory is safe
Field Work Duties
Assist with fieldwork including collecting and processing data
Maintain neat, accurate, and complete documentation
The successful candidate will accurately collect entomological and field data, and assist with data analysis and report writing.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Entomology, or, equivalent years of training and experience
Valid Virginia Driver’s License
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Preferred Qualifications
MS in Entomology
Previous experience working in a laboratory
Knowledge of Virginia Tech's internal systems for purchasing (HokieMart), Wage Timekeeping (Banner Time Entry), and Travel (Chrome River)
Pay Band
3
Overtime Status
Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
$21.00 - $23.00/hr.
Hours per week
Avg. of 29 or less hours per week (1500 max. per wage year)
Review Date
05/01/2026
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Dr. Tom Kuhar at tkuhar@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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The Entomology Department Kuhar Lab is looking for a dedicated individual to apply technical knowledge to assist the vegetable entomology research and Extension program. This laboratory specialist position also has responsibilities for supervision of wage employees, and working cooperatively with other team members (graduate students and postdocs).
Lab Management Duties
Maintain adequate reserves of laboratory supplies
Order laboratory supplies as needed
Maintain laboratory orderliness and cleanliness
Ensure the laboratory is safe
Field Work Duties
Assist with fieldwork including collecting and processing data
Maintain neat, accurate, and complete documentation
The successful candidate will accurately collect entomological and field data, and assist with data analysis and report writing.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Entomology, or, equivalent years of training and experience
Valid Virginia Driver’s License
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Preferred Qualifications
MS in Entomology
Previous experience working in a laboratory
Knowledge of Virginia Tech's internal systems for purchasing (HokieMart), Wage Timekeeping (Banner Time Entry), and Travel (Chrome River)
Pay Band
3
Overtime Status
Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
$21.00 - $23.00/hr.
Hours per week
Avg. of 29 or less hours per week (1500 max. per wage year)
Review Date
05/01/2026
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Dr. Tom Kuhar at tkuhar@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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