Research Assistant

7 days ago


Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

Job Summary

The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a highly skilled Research Assistant to join our team in the Buczynski Lab at the Virginia Tech School of Neuroscience. As a Research Assistant, you will play a critical role in our addiction research team, utilizing in vivo microdialysis to discover novel neurochemical changes that drive neurological and behavioral dysfunctions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Participate in research in neurochemical signaling and data collection
  • Contribute to publications from studies
  • Assist in the development and implementation of research protocols
  • Collaborate with team members to achieve research goals

Requirements

  • B.S. in neuroscience, pharmacology, or related field
  • Experience with in vivo microdialysis and behavioral pharmacology
  • Specific techniques include: stereotaxic surgery and probe implantation, in vivo microdialysis in freely moving animals, rodent self-administration, behavioral paradigms (open field and elevated plus-maze)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with techniques for evaluating dopamine signaling
  • Experience with mass spectrometry

About the Commonwealth of Virginia

The Commonwealth of Virginia is a leader in education, research, and innovation. Our commitment to excellence and our dedication to serving the public good make us an ideal place to work and grow. As a Research Assistant, you will be part of a dynamic team that is pushing the boundaries of knowledge and making a real difference in the world.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Commonwealth of Virginia is an equal employment opportunity employer and 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.



  • Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to assist with summer research trials for the Virginia Tech Small Grains Breeding Program. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in plant breeding, field work, and agricultural research.Key Responsibilities:Assist with data collection and entry for...

  • Research Assistant

    7 days ago


    Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Job SummaryThe Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a highly skilled Research Technician to join our team at the Moss Lab at Virginia Tech. As a key member of our research team, you will assist with day-to-day laboratory operations, preliminary experiments, and field excursions.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee animal husbandry, including culturing fruit flies and...


  • Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    About the RoleThe Laboratory of Auditory Neurophysiology at Virginia Tech is seeking a highly skilled Laboratory Technician to assist with electrophysiology experiments and laboratory organization. As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and keeping our bat colony, as well as leading experiments investigating circuits in the...


  • Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated individual to join the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Seasonal Agricultural Research Assistant within the esteemed Small Grains Breeding Program. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in agricultural research and plant breeding. Key Responsibilities: Assist with various agricultural...


  • Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Virginia Tech Full time

    About the PositionWe are seeking highly qualified individuals to join our team as Research Assistant Professor, Research Associate Professor, or Research Professor in Statistics or Data Science at the Virginia Tech National Security Institute. As a member of our research staff, you will contribute to the execution of university-sponsored programs, conduct...


  • Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Position Overview The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a qualified candidate for the role of Assistant Professor in the field of Veterinary Research. This faculty position is dedicated to the exploration of large animal health issues and will primarily be based within a leading veterinary institution. The successful applicant will engage in disease...


  • Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Position OverviewThe School of Animal Sciences is in search of an Assistant Professor specializing in Meat Science for a tenure-track, 9-month role. This position is designed to focus on both research (60%) and Extension (40%) activities. The ideal candidate will possess a robust foundation in meat science, with the objective of generating scholarly...

  • Research Technician

    1 week ago


    Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Job SummaryThe Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Research Assistant to join our team in the School of Neuroscience at Virginia Tech. As a Laboratory Research Assistant, you will play a critical role in supporting ongoing research activities in the Thompson laboratory.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with...

  • Research Scientist

    1 week ago


    Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Human Factors Researcher to join our team at the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute. As a key member of our research team, you will contribute to the development of innovative solutions to improve transportation safety and performance.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the development of research...


  • Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    About the RoleThe Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a highly experienced and visionary leader to serve as Assistant Vice President, Research and Innovation for Sponsored Programs. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to the growth and success of the Commonwealth's research initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement...

  • Research Scientist

    7 days ago


    Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Job SummaryThe Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Assistant Professor to join our team in the Department of Research and Graduate Studies of the Virginia Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. This is a restricted faculty position that will focus on large animal disease investigations.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide...


  • Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Position OverviewThe Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Research Project Manager to oversee a significant research initiative focusing on the relationship between alcohol consumption and interpersonal dynamics. This role involves coordinating various aspects of research projects, engaging with team members, and ensuring the...


  • Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Virginia Tech Full time

    Strategic Research Leader for Sponsored ProgramsThe Office for Research and Innovation at Virginia Tech is seeking a visionary leader with extensive experience in research administration to join as Assistant Vice President for Research and Innovation, Sponsored Programs. This role involves providing strategic oversight and support for all research and...


  • Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Laboratory Research Scientist to join our team at the Commonwealth of Virginia. As a Laboratory Research Scientist, you will play a critical role in conducting research and experiments in a laboratory setting.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct research and experiments in molecular biology and microbiologyAssist in the...


  • Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Laboratory Research Scientist to join our team at the Commonwealth of Virginia. As a Laboratory Research Scientist, you will play a critical role in conducting research and experiments in a laboratory setting, with a focus on molecular biology and microbiology.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct research and experiments in...


  • Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Job Overview The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a dedicated individual to fulfill the role of Research Associate in the field of agricultural science. This position encompasses a wide range of responsibilities related to the research and development of grain crop varieties. The successful candidate will engage in various stages of research, from...


  • Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Job Overview The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a dedicated individual for the role of Research Associate in the field of agricultural science. This position encompasses a wide range of responsibilities in the research and development of grain crop variety testing and experimentation. The successful candidate will be involved in the entire research...


  • Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Position Overview The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a dedicated Research Laboratory Associate to join our innovative team in the field of neuroscience. This role will involve collaboration on various research initiatives aimed at understanding neural mechanisms and their implications in cognitive functions such as attention and motivation. The...


  • Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Position OverviewThe Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a dedicated Research Laboratory Associate to become an integral part of our team. In this position, you will support various experimental procedures and assist in the management of laboratory operations. Our focus is on the investigation of auditory systems, particularly in relation to echolocation and...


  • Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

    Job SummaryThe Department of Biomedical Sciences and Pathobiology at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech is seeking a highly qualified Microbiologist to join our faculty as an Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. This is a 12-month clinical or tenure-track position that involves teaching in the preclinical and clinical...