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Laboratory & Research Specialist II
Virginia’s Community CollegesUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 May 2026
💰 $72,589/yr($53,770/yr – $72,589/yr)
About the role
Posting Summary
Working Title
Laboratory & Research Specialist II
Role Title
Lab & Research Specialist II
Role Code
59074-SW
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
04
Position Number
29800049
Agency
Laurel Ridge Community College
Division
Laurel Ridge Community College (Div)
Work Location
Frederick - 069
Hiring Range
The hiring range for this position is $53,770.00-$72,589.00. Salary will be commensurate with knowledge, competencies and experience
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
3-Technicians
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
This position follows a full-time schedule of approximately 40 hours per week with variable hours based on the academic calendar and laboratory schedule. Typical work hours include:
- Early morning start times (as early as 7:30 AM) for lab preparation
- Daytime hours aligned with scheduled laboratory courses
- Evening hours as needed, including coverage for labs that may run as late as 9:00–10:00 PM on select days
- Occasional extended days depending on lab scheduling needs
Additional expectations:
- Flexibility is required to accommodate changing lab schedules between semesters (fall, spring, and summer)
- Up to 3 late evenings per week may be required during peak academic terms
- Limited or occasional weekend work may be required for special events, deep cleaning, inventory, or preparation activities
This position requires a consistent on-site presence to support lab instruction, preparation, safety
compliance, and operational needs.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
compliance, and operational needs.
For best consideration, please ensure your application is submitted by 11:59 PM EST on June 4, 2026.
This position supports faculty in the delivery of science laboratory instruction by preparing, setting up, maintaining, and restoring laboratory spaces and equipment. Responsibilities include assisting instructors during labs, managing inventory, performing equipment maintenance, and ensuring labs, storage, and public areas are clean, organized, and compliant with safety policies and PPE requirements. The role also supports procurement through eVA, manages Safety Data Sheets (SDS), oversees hazardous waste disposal, and assists with SOP development, safety committee participation, and staff training. The position collaborates with lab staff to ensure adequate coverage during instructional hours, including evenings and weekends, and requires strong knowledge of science, problem‑solving abilities, and effective communication skills. While based at the Middletown Campus, duties may require travel to other college locations, with a schedule that varies by semester based on instructional needs. Please note that this is not a research-focused position.
As part of the college community, this position is expected to participate in college and community events as needed, as well as collaborate and build relationships across departments, supporting both academic programs and broader institutional initiatives. This role plays an integral part in maintaining a high-quality educational environment and contributing to the overall mission of the college.
Compensation and Benefits
This position supports faculty in the delivery of science laboratory instruction by preparing, setting up, maintaining, and restoring laboratory spaces and equipment. Responsibilities include assisting instructors during labs, managing inventory, performing equipment maintenance, and ensuring labs, storage, and public areas are clean, organized, and compliant with safety policies and PPE requirements. The role also supports procurement through eVA, manages Safety Data Sheets (SDS), oversees hazardous waste disposal, and assists with SOP development, safety committee participation, and staff training. The position collaborates with lab staff to ensure adequate coverage during instructional hours, including evenings and weekends, and requires strong knowledge of science, problem‑solving abilities, and effective communication skills. While based at the Middletown Campus, duties may require travel to other college locations, with a schedule that varies by semester based on instructional needs. Please note that this is not a research-focused position.
As part of the college community, this position is expected to participate in college and community events as needed, as well as collaborate and build relationships across departments, supporting both academic programs and broader institutional initiatives. This role plays an integral part in maintaining a high-quality educational environment and contributing to the overall mission of the college.
Compensation and Benefits
The hiring range for this position is $53,770.00-$72,589.00. Salary will be commensurate with knowledge, competencies and experience. The position is classified staff and as such is eligible for the benefits package offered by the Commonwealth of Virginia for state agencies. For more information, please visit www.dhrm.virginia.gov.
Click here to learn about Laurel Ridge Community College.
Click here to learn about Laurel Ridge Community College.
Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Laurel Ridge will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Please email eeo@laurelridge.edu for further information.
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