FWS possible: Sustainable Labs Student Employee (Student Wage)

University of Virginia • Charlottesville, VA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

UVA’s Sustainable Labs Program is recruiting an exceptional undergraduate student employee to assist with the advancement of special projects focused on reducing the environmental footprint of research labs across Grounds. Research labs are enormously energy- and resource-intensive spaces; engaging them is a critical strategy for implementing high-impact sustainability solutions. The Sustainable Labs Student Employee (SLSE) will work in the Office for Sustainability, reporting to the Sustainable Labs Program Manager, and collaborating with a variety of stakeholders both within the office and across Grounds, including UVA researchers. This position will begin in Fall 2026 and requires 5–10 hours per week, paid at $15 per hour. Work will be hybrid, with attendance at some in-person events required. The student employee must also be available to attend at least one in-person weekly meeting during regular business hours in Skipwith Hall. Applications are due by August 2 at 11:59pm EDT. This position has the potential to be a FWS assignment.

Requirements

• Strong time-management, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Some familiarity with the laboratory environment.
• Passion for sustainability in the laboratory context.
• Ability to include a resume and cover letter describing interest and fit for the position.
• Availability to attend at least one in-person weekly meeting during regular business hours in Skipwith Hall.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates from all disciplines are welcome to apply.
• Driven and curious, eager to learn how to leverage various platforms, tools, and processes to support institutional goals.
• Creative mindset and enthusiasm for sustainability work.

Responsibilities

• Support outreach and events for Green Labs, actively engaging researchers to help reduce laboratories’ energy use, water consumption, and waste generation.
• Participate in key initiatives, including: Green Labs Certification, International Freezer Challenge, Shut the Sash Competition, Green Labs Resource Fairs, and other outreach events (e.g., JunkLabz Drop Off Events).
• Contribute to data management projects and research special topics related to laboratory sustainability.

Benefits

• Professional experience and skills in Communication and Outreach, Digital Marketing, Project management, Event planning, Data analysis and tracking.
• Rich array of benefits, recognized and valued for their comprehensiveness and competitiveness in the market.
• Robust array of traditional benefits such as health care, time off, and retirement.
• Comprehensive list of benefits and services to help staff and faculty meet their personal and family needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed