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    Lab and Research Technician 2 - Charlottesville, United States - Commonwealth of Virginia

    Commonwealth of Virginia
    Commonwealth of Virginia Charlottesville, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    The Dwyer lab in the Department of Cell Biology, at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, is seeking a Lab and Research Technician 2 to work on experiments to understand normal and abnormal brain development, utilizing molecular biology, mouse genetics, cell culture, immunocytochemistry, and microscopy. The incumbent will work closely with the PI and other lab members to complete tasks to support NIH-funded research and investigate how neural stem cells divide to produce neurons, and the function of cytoskeletal proteins during cell division and cell shape changes.
    The Lab Tech will also be responsible for laboratory maintenance. This includes maintaining mouse colonies, genotyping, ordering and maintaining supplies, preparing stock solutions, maintaining equipment, training of other personnel, and assisting the PI with environmental health and safety compliance. The position requires appropriate data analysis including statistics, lab notebook and electronic data keeping, and clear data presentation.

    Minimum Requirements

    Education: Associate's degree

    Experience: At least 2 years of lab experience which may include student experience. Bachelor's degree in related science will be considered in lieu of experience.

    Preferred Requirements
    Education: Education: A Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a related field. Major or minor in a biomedical science is preferred.

    Knowledge of PCR, Molecular Biology, Microscopy, Tissue Sectioning, Cell Culture, Immunoblotting and Animal Husbandry is preferred.

    The successful applicant will demonstrate history of:1) excellent work ethic and above average productivity; 2) meticulous attention to detail; 3) functioning collaboratively.
    Additional requirements include attention to detail in experimental work and record keeping, ability to handle multiple assignments, working with others, self-motivation and eagerness to acquire new skills.

    Physical Demands

    This position can spend extensive periods of time standing and squatting while conducting experiments or caring for animals. Also requires keyboarding and other bench work and animal procedures requiring finer finger manipulation.

    Application Instructions: Apply Now. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile, search Find Jobs and then R Complete an application online and include the following documents:
  • A CV/resume
  • A cover letter
  • All documents can be loaded into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

    Please note that this is a restricted position and continuation is dependent upon the availability of the position, funding, and satisfactory performance.

    For questions about the application process, please contact Margaret Weeks , Academic Recruiter. Before a formal offer of employment is extended, the selected candidate will undergo a background check per university policy.

    The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's 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 experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action 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 (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

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