Research Technician, School of Medicine/ Neurosurgery
3 weeks ago
A research technician position is available in Limbrick’s-Garcia-Bonilla’s lab at the Virginia
Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, USA. The lab focuses on both basic and translational research
areas. Projects include analysis of neuroinflammation in cerebrospinal fluid clinical samples, in vitro
modulation of immune cells, and histological analysis of relevant developmental brain areas of different
models. Highly motivated, hard-working, and technically skilled applicants with relevant experience are
welcome to apply.
The lab technician will conduct/assist animal work including surgery, drug administration, behavior
tests, perfusion, and maintaining mouse colonies. Assist other staff and students in the completion of
protocols such as tissue processing, histological and immunohistological staining, Western blotting,
microscopic analysis, etc. Other jobs include ordering supplies, inventorying, and maintenance of
laboratory supplies, and disposal of biohazardous materials.
Typical Duties
Animal handling including all animal surgical procedures, drug administration, behavior testing,
perfusion, tissue collection, and processing.
Tissue processing, immunostaining, and stereological quantification.
General lab management: chemical and animal inventories; orders for supplies for all lab
personnel; routine maintenance of lab equipment.
Essential Hiring Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Neuroscience, or a related field is required. Demonstrated experience
working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a
staff member at VCU.
Experience in working with animals and cultures.
Background in cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology.
Ability to work independently.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of safe laboratory practices is required for all job duties. Experience in a biology
research lab is preferred
This position is open until filled.
This is a restricted position with no set end date; continued employment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance.
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. All full-time university staff are eligible for our generous benefits package that includes choices for health, vision, and dental coverage, life-insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, retirement planning, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, flexible spending accounts, tuition benefits, significant paid-time off, 12 paid holidays, and more. Explore our benefits further here:
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Please note that if you are employed as a university employee working in any of the health system's facilities, you will need to follow VCU Health System policies, which will include but will not be limited to, vaccination requirements.
The School of Medicine continuously strives for our workplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieu of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
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