Science Lab Assistant

Science Lab AssistantIn support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: or call DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or DBVI at 800-622-2155Posting DetailsWorking Title - Science Lab AssistantRole Title - Trainer Instructor IRole Code - 29111-FPFLSA - NonexemptPay Band - 03Position Number - 280W1722Agency - Northern VA Community CollegeDivision - NV280-Provost AnnandaleWork Location - Fairfax County - 059Hiring Range - $18/hrEmergency/Essential Personnel - NoEEO Category - 5-ParaprofessionalsFull Time or Part Time - Part TimeDoes this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- - NoDoes this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?Work Schedule - Employee is expected to work up to 29 hrs per week with flexible schedule for evening and weekend.Sensitive Position - NoJob DescriptionThe purpose of this position is to provide laboratory and administrative support to the Division of Mathematics, Sciences, Technologies, and Business (MSTB) at the Annandale Campus. The Laboratory Assistant is responsible for assisting with the management, inventory, preparation, and maintenance of laboratory materials and equipment used in a variety of science courses, including biology, chemistry, geology, and physics. In addition to laboratory responsibilities, the Laboratory Assistant performs administrative duties related to record keeping, inventory tracking, safety compliance, and other operational needs of the division.Duties and Tasks:Set up science laboratory experiments, may include biology chemistry, physics, and geology labsOversee all aspects of inventory, including proper repair, surplus, and disposal when necessaryKeeping labs clean and organizedWork collaboratively with other laboratory staffPerforms routine office support activitiesApplies knowledge of basic office practices, procedures and equipment (customer service, telephone computer, copier)Cooperates with and assists instructors with location and storage of laboratory materialsPerforms routine maintenance and repair of equipmentAll items are returned to proper storage areas when no longer in useLists of required materials are given to the person in charge of orderingWork some evenings and weekends.Special Assignments - May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.KSA's/Required QualificationsRequired KSAs: Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and the proper handling of chemicals and equipment Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with a team Time management and organizational skills Ability to learn new technologies Ability to work well under supervision Detail oriented skills Customer service skills and phone etiquetteRequired Qualifications: Experience in chemistry and/or preparing science laboratory materials Experience and familiarity with basic software programs, including Microsoft Excel. Experience with maintaining chemical and/or equipment inventoryAdditional Considerations: Experience in chemistry and/or preparing laboratory materials for college-level science classes.Posting Detail InformationPosting Number - WGE_3515PRecruitment Type - General Public - GNumber of Vacancies - 1Position End Date (if temporary)Job Open Date - 10/15/2026Job Close Date - 10/29/2026Open Until FilledAgency Website -