Lab Research Tech - Cell Culture & Gut-Brain Axis

Virginia Commonwealth University; Virginia; On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine seeks a Laboratory Technician I-III for the Pharmacology and Toxicology department in Richmond. The role focuses on cell culture, PCR techniques, and learning patch clamp electrophysiology within a lab studying gastrointestinal microbiome and gut-brain axis.

The candidate will prepare materials, maintain cell cultures, and support experiments while demonstrating strong technical, organizational, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor degree in a related field required.
• At least 1 year of lab experience, which may include student experience.
• Must have demonstrated experience of cell culture and PCR.
• Commitment to a respectful, professional environment at VCU.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and maintaining cell cultures and carrying out experiments that include protein isolation and qPCR.
• Learning patch clamp electrophysiology and carrying out experiments that complement laboratory research studies.
• Maintaining animal colonies and ordering laboratory supplies.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment.

Skills

Cell culture

PCR

Electrophysiology

Technical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor degree in a related field

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine seeks a Laboratory Technician I-III for the Pharmacology and Toxicology department in Richmond. The role focuses on cell culture, PCR techniques, and learning patch clamp electrophysiology within a lab studying gastrointestinal microbiome and gut-brain axis.

The candidate will prepare materials, maintain cell cultures, and support experiments while demonstrating strong technical, organizational, and communication skills.