Part Time Research Assistant Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Posting Details
Job Posting Information
Posting Number
PG195180SP
Internal Recruitment
No
Working Title
Research Specialist - Virology Laboratory Sharma
Anticipated Hiring Range
$50,000-$58,000
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm additional hours may be required
Job Location
Raleigh, NC
Department
Department of Population Health and Pathobiology
About the Department
Dr. Sharma's laboratory focused on virology research in the Department of Population Health and Pathobiology.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Propositionand learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties
The successful candidate will support the day-to-day operations of a multidisciplinary virology and structural biology research laboratory conducting NIH-funded research on viral pathogenesis, host-pathogen interactions, and translational infectious disease research. This role balances administrative, compliance, and operational duties with hands-on technical support across multiple collaborative research projects in a dynamic academic research environment.
Laboratory Operations, Inventory & Logistics

• Maintain general laboratory organization, workflows, and efficient daily operations.
• Manage purchasing, vendor interactions, supply ordering, shipment receiving, and inventory control.
• Prepare, maintain, and catalog biological inventories (viral stocks, plasmid DNA, bacterial glycerol stocks, cell lines, and specimen archives).
• Oversee shared equipment scheduling, routine maintenance, calibration, and basic troubleshooting.
• Serve as the primary liaison with institutional core facilities.

Technical & Research Support

• Provide technical assistance to graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, andlab staff across virology, molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and immunology projects.
• Maintain mammalian cell cultures.
• Execute standard laboratory techniques including viral propagation/titration,molecular cloning, nucleic acid/protein analyses, protein purification,immunoblotting, flow cytometry, and microscopy.
• Prepare common laboratory reagents, stock solutions, and buffers.

Compliance, Safety & Training

• Assist with laboratory biosafety, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), and institutional regulatory compliance activities.
• Coordinate onboarding, laboratory orientation, and safety training for incoming personnel.
• Maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety documentation, and regulatory compliance records.

Documentation, Data Integrity & Administrative Support

• Maintain rigorous, accurate laboratory records and electronic database inventories.

If you are a collaborative and detail-oriented research professional who enjoys hands-on laboratory work and contributing to innovative virology research, we invite you to bring your skills to the Sharma Laboratory and join NC State's research community.
Other Responsibilities
In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department's operations.
Qualifications
Minimum Experience/Education
Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in mammalian cell culture, molecular cloning, SDS-PAGE, Western blotting, and protein quantification assays.
• Hands-on knowledge of recombinant protein expression and purification using affinity chromatography and FPLC/ÄKTA systems.
• Knowledge of laboratory inventory management, supply procurement, equipment maintenance, recordkeeping, and biosafety and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) requirements.
• Effective organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with the capacity to work independently and collaborate with faculty, staff, and trainees.

Required License or Certification
n/a
Valid NC Driver's License required
No
Commercial Driver's License Required?
No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date
08/25/2026
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
08/31/2026
Notice to Applicants
Please note that the work history on your resume, must also be included in your application.
Special Instructions
Please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for at least three professional references.
Position Details
Position Number
00112274
Position Type
SHRA
Position Classification Band Title
Research Specialist
Position Classification Band Level
Contributing
Position Classification Salary Range
$ 45,454 - $ 109,409
Salary Grade Equivalency
MH06
Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00
Appointment
12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Time Limited Position
Yes
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
2 years
Department Id
196001 - Department of Population Health and Pathobiology
EEO
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