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.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing research activities in the laboratory
• Assist with fruit fly-related research
• Work with live animals as part of the research

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

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

Pay Band 3

Schedule

Hours per week: 30