Biology Lab & EHS Technician

special instructions to applicants

applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that include:

• name
• company name
• type of reference (professional, supervisor, colleague, academic, or personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
• email address
• contact phone number

requisition number s3077

position number 997969

research specialist

biology lab & ehs technician

research

located in north carolina’s third‑largest city, unc greensboro is among the most diverse, learner‑centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. Uncg continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. Uncg is ranked the no. 1 most affordable institution in north carolina for net cost by the n.y. Times and no. 1

in north carolina for social mobility by the wall street journal — helping first‑generation and lower‑income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an innovation and economic prosperity university by the association of public and land‑grant universities, unc greensboro is a community‑engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67 m in research and creative activity. The university’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the piedmont triad region in excess of $1 b.

the joint school of nanoscience and nanoengineering (jsnn) is a joint venture of north carolina a&t state university (ncat) and the university of north carolina at greensboro (uncg). Jsnn’s research and educational programs focus on the emerging areas of nanoscience and nanoengineering. The strengths of the two universities in the basic sciences and in engineering make them ideal partners for this interdisciplinary school.

Nanotechnology is often referred to as convergent technology because it utilizes knowledge from a diverse array of disciplines, including biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, and technology. Jsnn’s professional master of science and ph.d. Degree programs will help meet the need for trained professionals in the emerging high‑technology industries using nanotechnology.

this role will be responsible for supporting jsnn life sciences core and shared labs by operating and maintaining core equipment, assisting researchers, and delivering lab training. In addition, this role will ensure safety and regulatory compliance, manage hazardous materials and waste, and oversee emergency preparedness. Lastly, this role will promote a proactive safety culture while collaborating with leadership and institutional ehs offices to maintain efficient, safe lab operations.

bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

• education
  : bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, environmental health and safety, or a related scientific discipline.
• experience
  : at least 3–4 years of hands‑on laboratory experience, including familiarity with basic lab procedures and equipment.
• knowledge
  : understanding of laboratory safety practices, chemical hygiene, and regulatory compliance (osha, epa, biosafety standards).
• skills
  : ability to conduct routine lab inspections and maintain safety documentation.

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.

recruitment range $55,123 - $65,378

8 a.m.

- 5 p.m., monday - friday

12

natural resources & scientific

research specialist

01/30/2026

02/20/2026

1.000

non‑exempt