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Sentara

Sr. Laboratory Scientist

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$10K/mo

MLS, medical laboratory scientist, MT, medical laboratory technologist, CLS, Clinical lab ... For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following ...

Trimedx

Imaging Engineer III

Elizabeth City, NC · On-site

... Lab, or similar) - required * Associate's degree in electronics/technical field or equivalent experience (required; waived with TRIMEDX certification or similar) * Bachelor's in engineering ...

Labcorp

Medical Courier/Warehouse Associate

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

$17.75 - $25.69/hr

Handle all specimens and lab samples in a safe and efficient manner * Safely operate a company vehicle and obey all traffic laws * Utilize handheld electronic device to manage daily picks up * Work ...

Labcorp

Medical Courier/Warehouse Associate

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

$17.75 - $25.69/hr

Handle all specimens and lab samples in a safe and efficient manner * Safely operate a company vehicle and obey all traffic laws * Utilize handheld electronic device to manage daily picks up * Work ...

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How much do lab associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab associate in Elizabeth City, NC is $21.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $23.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lab associate?

Lab Associates are professionals who assist in the daily operations of laboratories by performing tasks such as preparing samples, conducting basic experiments, maintaining equipment, and recording data. They typically work under the supervision of scientists or lab managers and help ensure that laboratory procedures are followed safely and accurately. Lab Associates play a crucial role in supporting research and development, quality control, or diagnostic testing in fields like healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and academia. Their responsibilities may vary depending on the specific lab setting and industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lab associate?

To thrive as a Lab Associate, you need a solid understanding of laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and typically a degree in a science-related field. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), standard lab equipment, and relevant safety certifications is often required. Strong organizational skills, teamwork, and effective communication set outstanding candidates apart in this role. These skills ensure accurate data collection, safe lab practices, and efficient support for scientific research or clinical testing.

What are some typical challenges a lab associate might face during day-to-day work, and how can they be addressed?

Lab Associates often encounter challenges such as managing multiple experiments simultaneously, ensuring precise documentation, and maintaining equipment. Staying organized by keeping detailed lab notes and using lab management software can help streamline workflow. Clear communication with team members and supervisors is vital to address any issues promptly and maintain a safe, efficient laboratory environment. Regularly scheduled equipment checks and proactive troubleshooting also contribute to smoother operations.

What is the difference between Lab Associate vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectLab AssociateLaboratory Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or associate degree; certifications varyAssociate degree or relevant certification; similar educational background
Work EnvironmentHospitals, research labs, clinicsMedical labs, research facilities, industrial labs
Job ResponsibilitiesSample collection, data entry, basic testingPerforming tests, maintaining equipment, recording results
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare, research, biotechMedical, industrial, research sectors

Both Lab Associates and Laboratory Technicians work in similar environments and often share educational requirements. The main difference lies in specific job duties, with Laboratory Technicians typically performing more complex tests and equipment maintenance. Understanding these distinctions can help job seekers identify the right role for their skills and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Lab Associate job openings in Elizabeth City, NC as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 33% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 7% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,555 per year, or $21.4 per hour.

Instructor, Associate's Degree Nursing (ADN)

Albemarle County Public Schools

Elizabeth City, NC • On-site

$6.0K/mo

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Albemarle County Public Schools rating

5.2

Company rating: 5.2 out of 10

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550th of 635 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Salary: $6,096.13 Monthly
Location : COA - Elizabeth City, NC
Job Type: Full Time
Division: Health Sciences and Wellness Programs (DOL)
Department: Associate Degree, Nursing
Opening Date: 08/19/2026
Closing Date: 11/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
About COA:
College of The Albemarle, located in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, is the state's first community college, founded in 1961. We strive to transform lives by inspiring and empowering individuals and communities of our seven-county service area. Through our four locations, we provide quality college transfer and career and technical education to residents in northeast North Carolina.
Description
This position has been designated as a critical-fill vacancy. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the College reserves the right to close the posting and fill the position prior to the stated closing date upon identification of a qualified candidate.
Faculty assignments may include classroom, laboratory, clinical, hybrid, online, day, evening, and weekend instruction at any College campus, instructional site, or affiliated clinical location based on program and operational needs. Limited travel throughout the College's service area and to clinical partners is required.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College's pre-employment process, verification of credentials, continued funding, enrollment, program needs, and compliance with all applicable regulatory, accreditation, and licensing requirements. Applicants must complete the online application in its entirety and upload unofficial copies of all applicable college transcripts from a regionally accredited college or university. Official transcripts and additional credentialing documentation will be required prior to employment.
In accordance with applicable state and institutional guidelines, certain positions may be eligible for recruitment, hiring, retention, or other incentive payments. Incentives are not guaranteed and are subject to available funding, institutional approval, and operational needs.
Salary is commensurate with education and experience.This position may be eligible for a market premium of up to ten percent (10%) in addition to the established base salary.
The role of the Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing is to provide knowledge in his/her field of expertise and to promote various student-centered learning activities that will stimulate an interest in critical thinking and a desire for life-long learning. Various teaching strategies, learning styles and delivery methods including new technology systems will be utilized to reach this goal.
The Instructor, Associate Degree Nursing is supervised by the Department Chair, Associate Degree Nursing.
Examples of Duties
  • Implements college goals as related to instructional area.
  • Prepares, teaches and evaluates assigned instructional courses (classroom, lab, clinical).
  • Reviews nursing syllabi with the Program Coordinator at the completion of each semester and assists with updates course syllabi to reflect changes.
  • Assists with loading course syllabi and various course documents on MyCourses throughout the semester.
  • Develops supplemental teaching materials to augment courses.
  • Implements new teaching strategies as appropriate.
  • Evaluates textbooks for relevancy, quality and currency, making recommendations as necessary per established policy.
  • Maintains accurate records of students' attendance and performance.
  • Submits reports in accurate and timely manner.
  • Participates in development of curriculum course schedule.
  • Participates in planning to identify needed courses (current and future).
  • Adheres to assigned teaching load/hours.
  • Implements new courses based on evaluation criteria/process.
  • Makes recommendations for new courses per constraints of common course library and/or NCCCS guidelines.
  • Integrates new technology in instructional delivery methods.
  • Provides basic orientation to online computer programs used throughout the program.
  • Assists students with obtaining access to various online computer programs.
  • Participates in development, implementation and evaluation of goals and objectives for instructional area of the college.
  • Participates in development, implementation and evaluation of the activities and operations of the instructional area of the college.
  • Participates in annual review of instructional program.
  • Supplies information/data for the annual department budget based on stated goals.
  • Adheres to/enforces policies and procedures related to academic area.
  • Integrates teaching methods that are student oriented/student focused.
  • Submits requests for academic labs orders, maintains and requests repairs/replacement for lab equipment/supplies.
  • Maintains a hazard free environment and practices safety in lab(s) or classroom.
  • Provides guidance and advice to assigned student advisees and registers for semester.
  • Maintains weekly office hours per college guidelines or as designated by off-campus assigned location.
  • Attends advisement workshops and remains current in new technologies regarding registration.
  • Keeps students advised of their progress in class related to class, lab and clinical.
  • Writes letters of recommendations for students on request if appropriate.
  • Assists students with forming resumes during their last semester.
  • Participates in student recruitment activities.
  • Incorporates retention strategies to encourage students to stay in programs and refers students to the Health Science Admission and Retention Specialist as needed.
  • Stays abreast of new developments and changes in academic field.
  • Participates in professional development, as appropriate, as related to: instructional area; new teaching methods; new technology; and professional organizations - locally, statewide and nationally.
  • Requests funding necessary to participate in professional development activities.
  • Assists with faculty recruitment, orientation and mentoring.
  • Participates in activities that enhance the college mission.
  • Serves on college's standing committees and ad hoc committees as requested.
  • Serves as advisor to student clubs or organizations as appropriate.
  • Participates in administrative activities related to student admissions, progression, and graduation, as requested.
  • Adheres to college's policies and procedures.
  • Reviews and makes certain that student's immunization records are up to date year-round.
  • Reviews Graduation Check sheets to ensure progression within the program.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Unique:
  • Adheres to the policies/guidelines in the Nursing Programs handbooks.
  • Attends an annual training session on Bloodborne Pathogens and the Nursing Program's Exposure Control Plan.
  • Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of the Systematic Evaluation Plan and Self Study Document of the accreditation agency.
  • Participates in the recruitment, admission and selection of applicants to the nursing program.
  • Works with the HSWP Admissions and Advising Director in reviewing the files of eligible Associate Degree Nursing applicants to validate accuracy of admission data.
  • Assists with the Associate Degree Nursing Pre-Admission meeting, as well as the Nursing Student Orientation.
  • Assists the Department Chair with the Associate Degree Nursing ranking process.
  • Maintains competency in theoretical knowledge and clinical skills pertaining to areas of nursing instruction, acquiring the required amount of Continuing Education as stated by the North Carolina Board of Nursing (NCBON).
  • Performs inventory of lab supplies on a regular basis and orders supplies as needed.
  • Organizes lab supplies, equipment, and manikins.
  • Communicates with the hospitals in order to receive old or outdated supplies which can be used in the lab setting.
  • Assists with the maintenance of various medical equipment in the lab setting.
  • Develops and organizes lab simulations including timeline, materials needed, facilitators to run simulation, etc.
  • Gives prompt feedback during lab simulation.
  • Assists with developing a "plan of improvement" when a student is not satisfactory in lab.
  • Incorporates lecture with "hands on" experience in the lab.
  • Encourages health care practitioners to play a part in simulation in order to enhance student learning.
  • Communicates with students via MyCourses regarding upcoming lab simulations so that students come prepared (uploading simulation forms, checksheets, required reading prior to simulation).
  • Collaborates with other community colleges regarding their lab learning styles via simulation.
  • Keeps informed on current and upcoming lab simulation practices.
  • Maintains a safe learning environment within the lab.
  • Develops forms to be used in the clinical setting reflecting lab experiences.
  • Participates in the selection and evaluation of clinical learning resources.
  • Establishes cooperative relationships with staff at clinical agencies.
  • Communicates to staff at clinical agencies regarding objectives for student learning experiences and schedule of clinical assignments.
  • Reviews the Nursing Student Handbook and Clinical Expectations with students prior to their clinical rotation.
  • Supervises students within the clinical setting.
  • Responsible for patient care provided by the student during clinical.
  • Reviews each student's documentation during clinical and makes corrections as needed.
  • Ensures patient and student safety at all times during clinical.
  • Collaborates with clinical agencies to provide a general orientation for students.
  • Provides orientation to the clinical unit within the agency.
  • Presents a computer orientation to the clinical agency documentation system for students.
  • Collaborates with various units and departments within the hospital setting to allow observation for students (i.e., Emergency Department, Operating Room, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Nursery).
  • Interacts with clinical agency staff to encourage optimal student learning.
  • Reviews each student's clinical paperwork on a weekly basis and provides feedback.
  • Corresponds with clinical agencies in preparation of clinical rotations, including criminal background checks, drug screens, and immunizations.
  • Oversees medication administration within the clinical setting.
  • Ensures students know the Associate Degree Nursing's Scope of Practice and act within that scope during clinical.
  • May provide orientation materials for the preceptor including orientation packet, preceptor responsibilities, student responsibilities, instructor contact information.
  • Informs students of their progress regarding classroom/lab expectations and clinical expectations.
  • Provides current clinical rotation schedule to appropriate persons.
  • Shares student/faculty evaluation of clinical evaluation of clinical facility with appropriate clinical personnel.
  • Assists with a final pinning ceremony.

Typical Qualifications
Required:
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from a regionally accredited college or university OR a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from a regionally accredited college or university and currently enrolled in a regionally accredited Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program.
  • Current, unrestricted license as a registered nurse in North Carolina (or Virginia, if instructor will be supervising students on clinical affiliation in Virginia).
  • Two calendar years of prior full-time employment or equivalent in clinical nursing practice as a registered nurse.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Required:
  • Knowledge of the community college system and a commitment to its mission.
  • Knowledge of COA's mission and a commitment to it.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to use a computer efficiently, especially standard office software.
  • Ability to demonstrate organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.

College of The Albemarle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive learning and working environment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal or North Carolina law and COA policies.
Employment with College of The Albemarle is contingent upon the satisfactory results of background and reference checks.
College of The Albemarle does not provide work visa sponsorships. To be considered for employment, applicants must be permitted to legally work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and employment questions may be directed to Human Resources | coa_hr@albemarle.edu
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  • NC Flex Supplemental Insurance Plans
  • State Retirement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Holidays
  • Sick Leave
  • Flexible Shedule

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Do you possess either (1) a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from a regionally accredited college or university OR (2) a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from a regionally accredited college or university and are currently enrolled in a regionally accredited MSN program?
  • Yes
  • No

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Do you currently hold an active, unrestricted Registered Nurse license that authorizes you to practice nursing in North Carolina?
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