Laboratory Technician (Pickrell Lab)

Virginia Tech • Blacksburg, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pickrell laboratory in the School of Neuroscience at Virginia Tech is looking for one responsible and well-organized laboratory technician who can independently oversee research activities within the laboratory as well as assist group members with their projects. Additional responsibilities include the maintenance of laboratory stocks, databases and inventory of laboratory supplies as well as the general organization of the laboratory. The lab focuses on understanding how mitochondria and selective autophagy pathways contribute to disease as well behave mechanistically in normal physiological conditions. We use mouse and cell culture to address these questions. We combine a range of approaches, including genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, confocal and live imaging, and behavioral analyses. See the lab website (https://neuroscience.vt.edu/people/core-faculty/pickrell-a.html) for more details. The candidate will have the opportunity to author or co-author publications, and depending on their background and experience, craft their own research projects. Training and guidance and will be provided for those aspects of the job in which the candidate is lacking sufficient expertise.

Requirements

• BS degree in biology, molecular biology, neuroscience or a related field
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience in molecular biology (including DNA and RNA handling); ability to independently perform molecular cloning
• Ability to manage time, organize data and keep accurate lab records
• Ability to efficiently use computer software
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for science
• The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Nice To Haves

• Previous laboratory experience in a biomedical research laboratory
• Experience and knowledge about cell and molecular biology and mitochondrial biology
• Potential candidates should have a fundamental understanding of standard laboratory equipment ranging from centrifuges to PCR.
• Experience with live imaging and confocal microscopy is a plus

Responsibilities

• Oversee research activities within the laboratory
• Assist group members with their projects
• Maintenance of laboratory stocks, databases and inventory of laboratory supplies
• General organization of the laboratory

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees