Lab Technician- Kadin Lab - (Staff Wage)

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 37,195,000 - 51,660,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Virginia is seeking a Laboratory Research Technician to support research activities in the Pathology department. The role requires hands-on experience with cell culture, RNA/DNA extraction, RT-PCR, flow cytometry, and immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence, with a strong emphasis on safety and accuracy.

Ideal candidates will have an Associate's degree (or equivalent) and 2+ years of lab experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent required or combination of experience/education
• 2+ years of lab experience preferred
• Education in chemistry, biology, physics, or related field is desirable

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures supporting research and related services.
• Conduct cell culture and cryopreservation of cells.
• Execute RNA and DNA extraction, RT-PCR, flow cytometry, and microscopy techniques.
• Maintain biosafety and sanitation protocols in the lab.
• Record results accurately and assist data analysis using software.

Skills

Cell culture

Molecular biology

RT‑PCR

Flow cytometry

Immunohistochemistry

Immunofluorescence

Light microscopy

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

GraphPad Prism

Job description

The Department of Pathology - Kadin Lab is seeking a Laboratory Research Technician with a strong educational background in the sciences (chemistry, biology, physics, or mathematics) to support the research and laboratory activities. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with cell culture, molecular biology techniques, and familiarity with laboratory safety and biosafety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of laboratory procedures supporting research, clinical, autopsy/necropsy, or geological services.
• Conduct cell culture and cryopreservation of cells.
• Execute RNA and DNA extraction, RT-PCR, flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, and light microscopy techniques.
• Ensure compliance with biosafety and laboratory safety regulations and sanitation protocols.
• Apply knowledge of research and testing procedures, and animal handling, care, and welfare practices.
• Provide limited surgical assistance when required.
• Maintain accurate records and utilize word processing and statistical software (e.g., GraphPad Prism) for data analysis and reporting.
• Collaborate frequently with co-workers, supervisors, students, faculty, and research staff to discuss study techniques, results, and animal care.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029.

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will also require an Education Verification and Health Screen.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Associate's degree required; may accept equivalent combination of experience, education, certification in lieu of degree.

Experience: 2+ years of lab experience which may include student experience.

Licensure: None.

Preferred Requirements

• Educational background in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Mathematics, or a related scientific field.
• Desired experience with cell culture, cryopreservation, RNA/DNA extraction, RT-PCR, flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, and light microscopy.
• Proficiency with word processing and statistical analysis software (e.g., GraphPad Prism).
• Strong knowledge of laboratory safety, biosafety regulations, and sanitation techniques.
• Ability to follow established protocols and procedures accurately.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a research environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position can spend extensive periods of time standing and squatting while conducting experiments or caring for animals. Also requires keyboarding and other bench work and animal procedures requiring finer finger manipulation.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.