Lab Specialist, Derre Lab

UVA Health

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Derré Laboratory in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Cancer Biology at the University of Virginia School of Medicine is seeking a Laboratory Specialist to work on projects investigating the mechanisms supporting Chlamydia trachomatis infections. Under the supervision of the PI, the incumbent will participate in laboratory projects involving a combination of microbiology, cell biology, molecular biology, and microscopy techniques. Research activity conducted includes, but is not limited to, maintenance of eukaryotic cell lines, generation and amplification of Chlamydia strains, general molecular biology techniques (cloning and sequence analysis, immuno-precipitation and western-blot), image acquisition of Chlamydia infected cells by standard and confocal microscopy, image analysis using microscopy computer software.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree; may accept combination of experience/education/certification in lieu of degree.
1+ year of relevant lab experience required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences
3+ years of relevant experience in a research laboratory
Proficiency in molecular biology, including but not limited to PCR amplification, Western blotting, plasmid construction and cloning
Experience in cell culture and sterile microbiology techniques
Accuracy and attention to details
Work concurrently on several projects and meet deadlines
Demonstrated initiative in decision-making and problem solving
Computer skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivation and eager to acquire new skills

Responsibilities

Maintenance of eukaryotic cell lines
Generation and amplification of Chlamydia strains
General molecular biology techniques (cloning and sequence analysis, immuno-precipitation and western-blot)
Image acquisition of Chlamydia infected cells by standard and confocal microscopy
Image analysis using microscopy computer software