Lab/Research Technician - Cellular, Molecular, and Genetic Medicine/School of Medicine
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine · Richmond, VA · 7 mo ago
Research$35k–$45k/yrFull-time
Duties & Responsibilities
- A.) assisting the Principal Investigator (PI) or designated personnel
- B.) routinely operating laboratory equipment
- C.) assuring the availability of molecular and laboratory supplies
- D.) executing daily work assignments with accuracy and timely manner
Responsibilities
- Responsibility 1: Performing directed research activity under supervision of PI or designated personnel
- Maintaining cell culture
- RNA and Protein Extraction
- Conducting qPCR and Western blot
- Responsibility 2: Assisting other team members to conduct research activities
- Based on need and directed by Laboratory Manager
- Fill-up Liquid Nitrogen tank (biweekly manner or as recommended by PI/Lab Manager)
- Responsibility 3: Logistic support and miniating laboratory supplies
- Organize the cell culture laboratory by ensuring all plasticware is in its designated area
- To facilitate the easy execution of experiments
- As determined by need or directed by the Principal Investigator or Laboratory Manager:
- Collect plastic and molecular reagents from the supply center and organize them in storage
- Monitoring the usage of reagents and promptly reordering regular supplies
Qualifications
- Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in science with wet bench (biology) research experience
- Prior experience in cell culture will also be essential
- Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in molecular biology techniques are preferred
Salary Range
$35,000-$45,000
Benefits
- All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.
Contact Information
Contact Email: SOMHR@vcuhealth.org