Lab Technician (Ni Lab)

About the role

The Ni laboratory in the School of Neuroscience at Virginia Tech is seeking a motivated laboratory technician to assist with ongoing research activities. This role involves supporting projects that investigate sensory processing in the spotted-wing drosophila. This is an hourly position requiring a commitment of 30 hours per week during weekdays.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing research projects investigating sensory processing in the spotted-wing drosophila.
• Assist with maintaining and setting up biological laboratory environments.
• Perform fruit fly-related research as part of the team.
• Work with live animals as part of the research activities.

Requirements

• BS or equivalent experience in Neuroscience, Biology, or a related discipline.
• A strong interest in neuroscience research.
• Basic familiarity with biological laboratory environments and fundamental chemistry.
• Willingness to perform fruit fly-related research.
• Comfortable working with live animals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Drosophila (fruit flies) as a research model.
• Experience with electrophysiology.
• Experience using a microscope such as confocal imaging or two-photon scope.
• Basic knowledge of molecular neuroscience and familiarity with standard laboratory equipment.
• Basic programming or data analysis skills (Python, R, MATLAB).

Pay & Benefits

Pay Band 3
Overtime Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime
Appointment Type: Regular
Salary Information: Hours per week 30

Additional Information

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