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Without Compensation (WOC) - Research Biological Laboratory Technician

Veterans Health Administration · Posted 43 days ago

On-site Philadelphia, PA Apply by Aug 17, 2026 Biological Science Technician ISTJ HealthcareTrades
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About the Role

Please note: There is no pay associated with this position. This position serves as Without Compensation Research Biological Laboratory Technician within the Office of Research and Development (ORD). The VA Research Program strives to promote Veteran-centered care to improve patient experiences and outcomes across VA healthcare and community settings, and to advance value-driven care by providing Veterans the highest quality care at the lowest financial burden.

What You'll Do

  • The Biological Laboratory Technician performs a variety of routine, entry-level laboratory support duties in a biomedical research environment.
  • Major duties include, but are not limited to: Preparing laboratory reagents, buffers, and media according to established protocols.
  • Performing basic laboratory techniques such as pipetting, aliquoting, and measuring samples.
  • Processing biological specimens, including labeling, recording, and organizing sample inventories.
  • Assisting in the setup, calibration, cleaning, and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
  • Following established laboratory safety procedures, including handling chemicals and biological materials appropriately.
  • Collecting, recording, and organizing experimental data in accordance with laboratory standards.
  • Maintaining laboratory workspace cleanliness and compliance with biosafety standards.
  • Supporting senior researchers by performing routine tasks that contribute to ongoing research activities.
  • Work Schedule: Intermittent (Without Compensation)

Requirements

  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
  • Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents).
  • Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
  • Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) Appointment is Without Compensation (WOC) and does not convey competitive status, career tenure, grade, or salary.
  • WOC appointees must comply with all VHA research safety requirements, including biosafety training and laboratory regulations applicable to research duties.
  • A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
  • Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S.
  • Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment.
  • You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
  • If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
  • For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

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Job ID: b009f596-0987-434d-9b11-31353fca08fe

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