Biomedical Research Lab Assistant – Data & Operations

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT); Roanoke (VA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johnstone Lab at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC seeks a Research Assistant to support general laboratory operations, animal colony care, and in vitro data collection. The role involves maintaining daily workflows and ensuring compliance with university and state regulations.

Responsibilities include supply management, coordinating experiments, assisting with presenting data, and contributing to lab meetings, while learning new techniques in a diverse scientific environment.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and adherence to safety protocols.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Demonstrated communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with strong time-management.
• Previous experience in a biomedical research laboratory.
• Ability to work with small animals and monitor welfare.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or equivalent.
• Capability to generate and utilize computer databases.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily laboratory operations and care for the animal colony.
• Assist in in-vitro data collection and basic data entry.
• Coordinate experiments and manage supply ordering/stock.
• Help prepare presentation data and support lab meetings.

Skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Biomedical lab experience

Animal handling

Computer databases

Lab bench endurance

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Johnstone Lab at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC seeks a Research Assistant to support general laboratory operations, animal colony care, and in vitro data collection. The role involves maintaining daily workflows and ensuring compliance with university and state regulations.

Responsibilities include supply management, coordinating experiments, assisting with presenting data, and contributing to lab meetings, while learning new techniques in a diverse scientific environment.