Laboratory Technician - Department of Neuroscience

West Virginia University; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia University’s Neuroscience Department invites applications for a Laboratory Technician in the Bridi Lab. The role supports projects on synapse organization and function using mouse models, in vivo imaging, sleep studies, and brain-slice physiology.

The position emphasizes safety, equipment upkeep, and data collection. Ideal candidates hold a biology/ neuroscience background with relevant lab exposure and a readiness for independent projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Psychology, Neuroscience, or related field.
• 0–6 months of experience in neuroscience lab setting or equivalent.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Responsibilities

• Establish and administer day-to-day laboratory operations including: ensuring safety compliance, maintaining proper operation of research equipment, inventory and ordering of required supplies, and general housekeeping.
• Perform day-to-day laboratory research activities such as: animal surgeries and injections; daily observations of animal health; collection of biological specimens; breeding colony maintenance; histopathological processing and immunofluorescence of mouse tissues; behavioral testing.
• May be assigned independent project(s) and participate in the design of research studies, compile and analyze research data
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Psychology, Neuroscience, or related field

Job description

The Neuroscience Department at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Laboratory Technician.

About the Opportunity

The Bridi Lab in the Department of Neuroscience/Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute is seeking a Laboratory Research Technician. The selected candidate will support projects related to synapse organization and function. The lab employs several neurophysiological approaches utilizing mouse models, including in vivo imaging, sleep studies, behavioral testing, and physiological recordings from acute brain slices.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
• 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
• Wellness programs

What You'll Do

• Establish and administer day-to-day laboratory operations including: ensuring safety compliance, maintaining proper operation of research equipment, inventory and ordering of required supplies, and general housekeeping
• Perform day-to-day laboratory research activities such as: animal surgeries and injections; daily observations of animal health; collection of biological specimens; breeding colony maintenance; histopathological processing and immunofluorescence of mouse tissues; behavioral testing.
• May be assigned independent project(s) and participate in the design of research studies, compile and analyze research data
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Psychology, Neuroscience, or related field
• A minimum of 0-6 months of experience in the following:
  • Experience in a neuroscience research lab setting
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General knowledge of the principles and practices of natural/biological sciences
• Effective oral and written communication
• Ability to wear and work in personal protective equipment
• Ability to transport and stock laboratory supplies
• Ability to work with biohazardous materials and hazardous chemicals, successfully complete applicable safety training, and potentially undergo related medical monitoring

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with mice in a laboratory setting is preferred

About WVU

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.

Schedule: Full-time