Neurodevelopmental Lab Technician

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia is seeking a Lab Technician or Specialist to join Dr. Sameer Bajikar's lab focused on neurodevelopmental disorders. The chosen candidate will oversee lab maintenance, perform experimental procedures, and provide support for long-term research projects.

This position requires an Associate’s degree with lab experience, knowledge of PCR and cell culture, and offers a salary range of $19.23-24/hour based on experience. It’s a full-time position in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree and 2+ years of lab experience, or Bachelor's and 1 year of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for lab maintenance and ordering supplies.
• Perform experimental procedures including PCR and cell culture.
• Assist in training lab members on procedures.
• Maintain detailed lab notebooks and organize inventory.
• Prepare figures and presentations of results.

Skills

Laboratory maintenance

PCR

Molecular biology

Cell culture

RNA isolation

Experimental support

Mouse handling

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Job description

The University of Virginia is seeking a Lab Technician or Specialist to join Dr. Sameer Bajikar's lab focused on neurodevelopmental disorders. The chosen candidate will oversee lab maintenance, perform experimental procedures, and provide support for long-term research projects.

This position requires an Associate’s degree with lab experience, knowledge of PCR and cell culture, and offers a salary range of $19.23-24/hour based on experience. It’s a full-time position in Charlottesville, Virginia.