Lab and Research Technician 2, Pharmacology
About The Position
The Department of Pharmacology at the University of Virginia seeks a Lab and Research Technician 2 to assist investigators in the Bayliss Lab with experiments designed to investigate the role of transcription factors in function of brainstem respiratory and autonomic neurons. The individual will predominantly maintain mouse colonies, perform molecular and histological assays, and behavioral testing. Experimental techniques may include PCR, RNA/DNA preparation and manipulation, cell culture, immunohistochemistry and in situ hybridization, plethysmography, and blood chemistry analyses. Skill sets in molecular biology, histochemistry and mouse physiology are desired; candidates will be expected to demonstrate basic technical proficiencies as part of the interview process.
Requirements
- Associate's degree required; may accept equivalent combination of experience, education, certification in lieu of degree.
- 2+ years of lab experience which may include student experience.
- Basic technical proficiencies in molecular biology, histochemistry and mouse physiology.
Nice To Haves
- Skill sets in molecular biology, histochemistry and mouse physiology.
Responsibilities
- Maintain mouse inventories (genotyping, husbandry, database/record management).
- Perform standard molecular biology (transformation, plasmid preparation, mutagenesis, and sub-cloning).
- Learn/implement cell culture approaches for preparation of viral constructs.
- Perform a variety of experimental procedures and assist in evaluation of research methods, procedures, and techniques based on established objectives (e.g., behavioral assays, histochemical assays).
- Maintain accessible and thorough laboratory notebook documenting completed work.
- Maintain a clean personal laboratory space
- Assist with overall laboratory maintenance.
- Make buffers and other reagents.
- Process purchases for the lab using UVA Marketplace.
- Interact with vendors to determine appropriate products.
Benefits
- Benefited position
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
