Department of Chemistry

Laboratory Positions available

Research Associate in Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Virginia (UVA) invites applications for Postdoctoral Research Associate in Organic Chemistry under the direction of Prof. Eva Maria Alvarez Pari (https://chemistry.as.virginia.edu/people/profile/pari).

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

A PhD in chemistry (organic, inorganic or organometallic) is a mandatory requirement by the appointment start date.

Desirable qualifications include expertise in synthetic photochemistry, spectroscopic tools (e.g. NMR, IR, UV-Vis) as well as experience in the synthesis of sensitive organometallic compounds using Schlenk techniques. The candidate must have a strong theoretical background, experience working in organic synthesis, main group chemistry and knowledge of computational chemistry (DFT). A record of high-quality research as demonstrated by scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals will be highly valued. The successful candidate (s) will be expected to be creative, capable of working independently, be a team player and help mentor undergraduates and graduate students in the laboratory.

We offer a supportive and motivating environment with state-of-the-art facilities, the possibility to actively participate in the design of your own project, advanced career support and opportunities for international collaboration.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: 

Apply online at https://jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0071734/Research-Associate-in-Chemistry and attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae with list of publications, a summary of past and future research interests and the contact information for three individuals who can provide professional reference letters.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 

Review of applications will begin on April 30, 2025 but the position will remain open until filled.  The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

This is a one-year appointment; however, the appointment may be renewed for additional one-year terms, contingent upon available funding and satisfactory performance.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Eva Maria Alvarez Pari, Professor, evamariawara.alvarezpari@northwestern.edu

For questions about the application process, please contact Richard Haverstrom, Faculty Search Advisor, at rkh6j@virginia.edu.

For more information on the benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA, visit postdoc.virginia.edu and hr.virginia.edu/benefits.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physicians Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.  We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experience.  We are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.

 

Undergraduate Lab Specialist

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Virginia seeks a Laboratory Specialist Senior or Intermediate (not both) to provide support for undergraduate laboratory courses. The primary responsibility will be supporting upper-level undergraduate labs in biochemistry, analytical chemistry, and physical chemistry. This position will be joining a team of three other lab coordinators who will work together to cover all instruction labs as needed which include introductory general chemistry, inorganic chemistry and organic chemistry labs.  For more information, please visit: https://chemistry.as.virginia.edu/

JOB DUTIES:

  • Prepare chemistry instructional labs per course materials

  • Prepare chemical solutions, including buffer solutions, acid/base solutions, and organic solutions

  • Maintenance of laboratory equipment including analytical instrumentation (GC/MS, LC/MS, FTIR, NMR, Microwave, Plate Readers, UV Vis, Glovebox), balances, pH meters, ovens and centrifuges.
  • Management of glassware and consumable lab supplies, including beakers, flasks, and other typical glassware.
  • Prepare specialized equipment, apparatus and solutions for specific laboratory sessions
  • Cleanup activities following laboratory sessions
  • Management and disposal of waste (including hazardous) materials following laboratory sessions
  • Stockroom duties to include glassware washing, chemical inventory control, general cleaning, waste management, and other duties as assigned.
  • Provide general oversight during laboratory sessions
  • Monitor student compliance with good safety practices, including proper clothing (long sleeves, long pants, no exposed skin except for hands and face), lab coats, and goggles
  • Maintain laboratory computers and projection equipment
  • Monitor for laboratory accidents and illnesses, including directing students to University Department of Student Health or other medical facilities as needed
  • Provide feedback to the instructional Faculty in formulating instructional procedures, suggesting options for improving student success, and recommending solutions.
  • Oversee day-to-day operation of instructional labs. Schedule and maintain maintenance records of equipment/facilities. May assemble, test, calibrate, clean, or make minor repairs to equipment.
  • Train users in equipment operation; explain and demonstrate technology and equipment capabilities, limitations, and outcomes.
  • May oversee undergraduate instructional assistants and graduate teaching assistants during lab sessions.
  •  Attend weekly meetings of teaching assistants and/or other lab coordinators
  • Crosstrain in the preparation and operation of the introductory general chemistry and organic chemistry labs
  • In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

LAB SPECIALIST INTERMEDIATE

Education: Bachelor's degree.

Experience: 4 years of experience. Master's degree may substitute for required experience. 8 years of lab-related experience accepted in lieu of degree.

Preferred Experience:

  • Successful completion of a two-semester university-level course in introductory chemistry
  • Knowledge of computational chemistry is a plus
  • Familiarity of a variety of instrumentation software packages is a plus
  • Ability to use Microsoft Windows software is a must.

LAB SPECIALIST SENIOR

Education: Bachelor's degree.

Experience: 6 years of experience. 10 years of lab-related experience accepted in lieu of degree or Master's degree plus 4 years lab-related experience.

Preferred experience:

  • Knowledge of computational chemistry is a plus
  • Familiarity of a variety of instrumentation software packages is a plus
  • Ability to use Microsoft Windows software is a must.
  • Successful completion of a two-semester university-level course in organic chemistry.

TO APPLY:

https://jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0071496/Undergraduate-Lab-Specialist​

Please apply through Workday, and search for R0071496. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching ‘Find Jobs.’ Complete an application online with the following documents:

  • CV
  • Cover letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

This is a full-time position and will remain open until filled.  This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

This is a restricted position and is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance.

This is an exempt level, benefited position.

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process Skill Survey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process.

For questions about this position or the application process please contact Rich Haverstrom, Faculty Search Advisor, at rkh6j@virginia.edu.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

These positions can spend extensive periods of time standing and squatting while preparing experiments.  

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physicians Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.  We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experience.  We are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.