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Temporary Laboratory Assistant

Deadline
Mar 04, 2027
Closing in 136 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Temporary
Full or part time
Reference
N/A
Posted Sep 08, 2026
Offered salary$15-$19/hr

About the role

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Position Information

Posting Number PG195830TM

Position Number 11ASO3666 Position Type Temporary Essential Job Duties Data entry, food sample preparation (food grade lab). This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of fermentation studies, sensory evaluations, and maintaining high-quality data integrity.

Is Time Limited No If Yes, Appointment Length 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 ourEmployee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer:

  • Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
  • Enhance your career with LEAD courses
  • Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.
  • Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, 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.

    Department Information

    Job City & State Raleigh, NC

    Department FBNS

    System Information

    Classification Title Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

    Working Title Temporary Laboratory Assistant

    Position Information

    Requirements and Preferences

    Work Schedule 20/hrs per week, Monday-Friday 8am-12pm, some weekends

    Other Work/Responsibilities

  • n/a
  • Minimum Experience/Education

  • One year experience in fermentation and food microbiology lab.
  • Previous experience with microbiological analysis of food
  • Department Required Skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

  • Demonstrate experience with data entry with Excel
  • Demonstrate experience with written and verbal communication, such as preparation of reports and presentation of findings
  • BS in Food Science or related field
  • Required License or Certification

  • n/a
  • Valid NC Driver's License required? No Commercial Driver's License Required? No

    Recruitment

    Recruitment Details

    Anticipated Hiring Range $15-$19/hr

    Recruitment Dates

    Job Open Date 03/05/2026

    Applicant Information

    Quick Link https: // jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/228115

    EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

    If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected].

    Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

    NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

    Supplemental Questions

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  • How did you learn of this opportunity?
  • NCSU Website
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  • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
  • Job / Career Fair
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  • Professional Journal
  • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
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  • Other
  • If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.
  • (Open Ended Question)

  • Do you have at least one year of experience in fermentation and food microbiology lab?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Do you have previous experience with microbiological analysis of food?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Do you have excellent written and verbal communication skills?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Do you have experience with data entry, using Excel, and preparing reports and presentations to communicate findings?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Do you have a B.S. in Food Science or a related field?
  • Yes
  • No
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