Lab and Research Technician 1 or 2, Anesthesiology

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville, Virginia, Evanston Township (VA, MN, IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading research lab focused on neuroscience and anesthesiology. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research, investigating the clearance of neurotoxic metabolites after hemorrhagic stroke. You will engage in both routine lab functions and advanced techniques, contributing to vital research that enhances patient care. The position promises a collaborative environment where your skills will thrive, and your contributions will directly impact the advancement of medical science. If you're passionate about making a difference in the field of research, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of lab experience; Bachelor's degree may substitute.
• Experience with survival surgeries and stereotactic procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage mouse colonies and perform genotyping and solution preparation.
• Conduct advanced procedures like stereotaxic surgeries and neurobehavioral monitoring.

Skills

Lab experience

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Comfort handling rodents

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree

Bachelor's or higher in neuroscience or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Two-photon microscopy

MRI

Histology

Western blotting

Job description

The Leclerc Laboratory at the University of Virginia, Department of Anesthesiology, seeks applications for a Lab and Research Technician 1 or 2. Applicants will be considered for a position based on their education and laboratory experience.

The Department of Anesthesiology provides an environment where expertise and passions thrive, utilizing a team of anesthesia physicians, trainees, nurses, and staff to advance patient care within UVA Health. With excellence in leadership, research, education, and innovation, we aim to improve perioperative outcomes, establish unparalleled practices in patient care, and advance anesthesiology globally. Clinical and Basic Science Research are integral to our mission.

The Leclerc Lab focuses on elucidating mechanisms for the clearance of neurotoxic metabolites from the brain following hemorrhagic stroke. Normally, blood is confined within the vasculature; however, hemorrhage releases neurotoxic molecules. The glymphatic pathway facilitates the clearance of these molecules. Our research investigates how anesthetic paradigms modulate this pathway to enhance clearance after hemorrhagic stroke.

The experiments involve cutting-edge in vivo and in vitro techniques, bridging Anesthesiology and Neuroscience. Responsibilities include routine lab functions such as managing mouse colonies, genotyping, solution preparation, supply ordering, inventory management, and record keeping, as well as advanced procedures like stereotaxic surgeries, two-photon microscopy, MRI, neurobehavioral monitoring, histology, and Western blotting. Additional duties may be assigned.

The position reports to the Principal Investigator, with weekly progress meetings and collaboration with lab members and departments.

For more information, contact Jenna Leclerc, MD, at [e-mail].

Minimum Qualifications:

Lab and Research Technician 1

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 1 year of lab experience, including student experience; Bachelor's degree may substitute experience

Lab and Research Technician 2

• Associate's degree
• At least 2 years of lab experience; Bachelor's degree in a related science may substitute experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or higher in neuroscience, pharmacology, or related field
• Over 3 years of rodent lab experience
• Experience with survival surgeries, stereotactic procedures
• Interest in neuroscience, stroke, anesthesiology research
• Experience with neurobehavioral monitoring, histology, in vivo imaging (two-photon microscopy, MRI)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong data analysis, problem-solving, organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Comfort handling rodents

This is a restricted, non-exempt, benefited position dependent on project needs and funding. The salary range is $37,000 - $47,000, based on experience and education.

To apply, submit your CV and cover letter through UVA Careers using job number R0067204. Internal applicants must apply via their UVA Workday profile. For questions, contact Yelena Markazyan at [e-mail].

More about UVA and Charlottesville: http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/.

UVA is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of age, race, gender, disability, or other protected status.