Senior Lab Technician, Parichy Lab-Biology

UVA Health•Charlottesville, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Parichy lab at the University of Virginia is seeking a Senior Lab Technician to contribute to studies focused on stem cell biology, pattern formation, and regeneration using the zebrafish model. The role involves participation in projects utilizing molecular cloning, transgenesis, CRISPR mutagenesis and gene editing, high-resolution live imaging, and gene expression analyses. The laboratory fosters a diverse and supportive environment with excellent opportunities for professional development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree by start of employment
At least 1 year of relevant lab experience, preferably using vertebrates.
May accept combination of experience/education/certification in lieu of degree.

Nice To Haves

Outstanding attention to detail and organizational skills; ability to manage more than one project or responsibility having different time frames
Curiosity, and strong desire to understand both technical and intellectual aspects of scientific enterprise
Personal drive, willingness to master approaches and incorporate feedback, clear desire to grow as a scientist
Ability to work effectively in a rigorous and fast-paced research environment, and to meet or exceed goals
Prior experience caring for animals
Evidence of teamwork, effective communication and conscientiousness towards others, and an ability to see projects through to completion

Responsibilities

Assist with on-going projects as directed by the PI
Conduct genetic and phenotypic analyses of new mutants
Manipulate genetic pathways and analyze phenotypic outcomes using pharmacological and other conditional transgenic methods
Undertake routine methods in molecular biology for genotyping, transgene construction, etc.
Examine gene expression and cell distribution using methods of immunohistochemistry, mRNA in situ hybridization, live imaging of fish with transgenic reporter lines
Participate in routine fish husbandry and genetic stock maintenance, performed by all lab members
Assist with administrative tasks, shared on rotating bases among all lab members
Other tasks and methods contingent on project needs and candidate interests
Other duties as assigned