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Amicis Global

Lab Technician

Niagara Falls, NY · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

The Lab Technician will work closely with production, quality, and R&D teams to analyze samples ... Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized lab environment * Assist with special ...

Rutgers University

$14.25 - $19.50/hr

Feng's lab. Under supervision and at the direction of senior lab members and the PI, the incumbent will be involved in and assist with research and technical operations related to assisting in design ...

DM Clinical Research

Lab Technician

Phoenix, AZ

$18.75 - $25/hr

Lab Technician The Lab Technician will be responsible for assisting the clinical research staff in conducting clinical research trials. Duties amp; Responsibilities: * Prepares, processes, and ships ...

DM Clinical Research

Lab Technician

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$19.25 - $25.50/hr

Lab Technician The Lab Technician will be responsible for assisting the clinical research staff in conducting clinical research trials. Duties amp; Responsibilities: * Prepares, processes, and ships ...

DM Clinical Research

Lab Technician

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$19.75 - $26.25/hr

Lab Technician The Lab Technician will be responsible for assisting the clinical research staff in conducting clinical research trials. Duties amp; Responsibilities: * Prepares, processes, and ships ...

Meharry Medical College

Research Assistant

Nashville, TN · On-site

$18.50 - $25.50/hr

The research assistant will directly assist PI and PI lab and able to work with cell culture, processing clinical specimens and animal studies. This person must have adequate wet lab (ELISA ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for research assistant lab technician in the United States is $20.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A research assistant lab technician supports scientific experiments and data collection in laboratory settings. They prepare samples, operate lab equipment, record results, and ensure safety protocols are followed, often requiring knowledge of laboratory techniques and attention to detail.

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Research assistant lab technicians typically need at least a high school diploma or equivalent, with many positions requiring a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as biology, chemistry, or related sciences. Laboratory skills, familiarity with lab equipment, attention to detail, and sometimes certifications in safety or specific techniques are also important qualifications.

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Laboratory Technician (Staff Wage)

Charlottesville, VA • On-site

University of Virginia
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$32/hr

Part-time

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Key responsibilities

  • Assist the research team with managing lab equipment, software, and data for studies.

  • Set up, configure, and prepare equipment for individual study protocols, including participant setup and quality checks.

  • Troubleshoot equipment issues during studies and support inventory management of lab equipment.

University Of Virginia rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

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Job description

The Contemplative Sciences Center at the University of Virginia is seeking a Lab Technician for its CIRCL, Contemplative Innovation + Research Co-Lab. This position will be approximately 25-35-hours per week, in-person in Charlottesville, VA. The Lab Technician will assist the research team with the management of equipment, software, and data for several studies in the collaboratory.
Brief descriptions of CIRCL research can be found here: https://csc.virginia.edu/research/circl .
Main responsibilities of this position will include:
  • Managing lab equipment including EEG devices, heartrate monitors, Virtual Reality headsets, wearables such as headbands and watches, a light and sound immersion room, laptop computers, audio-visual recording devices, etc.
  • Becoming knowledgeable on the use of all lab equipment and software (e.g. familiarity with Python, Metalab, NVivio). Training will be provided when applicable.
  • Managing data storage and organization.
  • Setting up and configuring equipment for individual study protocols, including study-specific software settings, recording parameters, sensor/channel configurations, event markers/triggers, data storage, and device synchronization.
  • Preparing and implementing EEG and related neurophysiological equipment during active study sessions, including participant setup, impedance checks, trigger/event-marker verification, recording-quality checks, and post-session shutdown/storage.
  • Troubleshooting equipment during studies and demonstrations, including coordinating with equipment representatives or technical support teams to resolve issues with lab equipment, as needed.
  • Keeping inventory of lab equipment and managing equipment check-out, including tracking serial numbers, repairs, loaner devices, software/driver versions, and recurring technical issues.
  • Supporting quality assurance for multimodal data collection, including EEG, ECG/heart-rate monitoring, VR, wearables, environmental sensors, and audio-visual recording as applicable.
  • Working with interdisciplinary teams of researchers (faculty, senior researchers, postdocs, graduate Research Assistants, Lab Coordinators) to implement research studies.
  • Training members of the research team and undergraduate Research Assistants on equipment use.
  • Participating in CSC and CIRCL regular team meetings and working groups (research methods, readings, workshops, salon, etc.) and contributing to CSC culture.
  • Other tasks relevant to CIRCL research activities.

The Lab Technician will have opportunities to learn interdisciplinary research methods in practice and be an integral member of a dynamic team of collaborative researchers dedicated to studying contemplative practices.
Qualifications:
Applicants with a MA degree in a relevant field and related lab technical experience will be considered most preferably.
Anticipated Position Compensation: $32.00 Hourly
Application Process
To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu and attach a current curriculum vitae, a 1-page personal statement about relevant experience and interest that align with the mission of the CIRCL. Search on requisition number: R0083316.
Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website .
Applicants are encouraged to apply by June 15, 2026 . The process will remain open until the position is filled. The position is anticipated to begin over the summer or early fall 2026.
This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029
The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.
Questions related to the application process may be directed to Brandi Shifflett, Interim HR Manager, brc2s@virginia.edu.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor's degree
Experience: Three years of relevant experience. Master's degree will be considered in lieu of experience.
Licensure: None.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
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 .

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