Research Assistant- Pan Lab

6 months ago

Roanoke, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

Job Description

In recent years, zebrafish has emerged as one of the leading models for developmental and computational neuroscience. The advantages of zebrafish include powerful genetics, a simple nervous system, and a translucent brain, ideal for structural and functional studies of the brain. These qualities have greatly facilitated the use of zebrafish to understand the complex interactions between genes, neural circuits, and behavior.

The Pan lab at the Virginia Tech Fralin Biomedical Research Institute (FBRI) uses zebrafish to understand the complex interactions between genes, neural circuits, and behavior (). We aim to elucidate the roles of cell adhesion molecules and candidate disease genes in assembling neurons into functional neural pathways.
Currently, the Pan lab is seeking to hire a Research Assistant to pursue the goals of our recently awarded NIH R01 grant (). The incumbent will be responsible for basic laboratory management, animal husbandry, ordering supplies, preparing buffers and solutions, maintaining laboratory equipment, organization of lab manuals/protocols/materials, and perform specific research tasks as needed.
We seek a bright, enthusiastic, and motivated individual interested in working with zebrafish and understanding the mysteries of brain development. As a member of the Pan lab, the ideal candidate would share our commitment to promoting inclusion, equity, and diversity and help create a community that nurtures learning and growth for all its members.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, neuroscience, or related fields.
• Research experience in an academic or laboratory setting.
• Ability to organize and analyze experimental data.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrate solid detail orientation skills
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working with animals

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with one or more of the following laboratory techniques is strongly preferred: PCR, immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, and fluorescent imaging.

Pay Band

3

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience

Review Date

5/5/2023

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight , a , a college, , and . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous and . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

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