Neuroscience Research Technician - Neurochemistry Lab

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech's Montague Lab at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC is seeking a Research Technician to support general laboratory operations and data collection for in‑vitro and in‑vivo neurochemical research. The role includes operating equipment in a clinical setting during study sessions with research participants.

The successful candidate will maintain careful records, interact professionally with participants, and thrive in a fast-paced lab environment while adhering to

Qualifications

• Must be an effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Must have basic lab experience including dilutions, weighing chemicals, and understand proper chemical handling
• Must have pipette experience, preferably with micro-concentrations
• Must be able to work independently and manage time effectively
• Must be detail oriented
• Must be comfortable with computer software
• Must be able to sit or stand a lab bench for extended periods of time
• Demonstrated interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
• Must have a demonstrated ability to interact respectfully and comfortably with all individuals
• Exercise judgement and high degree of confidentiality

Responsibilities

• Perform general laboratory operations and collect data for in‑vitro and in‑vivo research projects.
• Operate equipment in a clinical setting during study sessions with research participants.
• Maintain detailed records of interactions with participants in a hospital setting.
• Support a fast-paced research environment and ensure safety and compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Lab experience

Pipette experience

Time management

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Education

Biology / Biochemistry / Chemistry degree

Tools

Vortexer

Centrifuge

pH meter

Balance

HPLC

Mass spectrometry

Electrochemistry

3D printing

Job description

Virginia Tech's Montague Lab at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC is seeking a Research Technician to support general laboratory operations and data collection for in‑vitro and in‑vivo neurochemical research. The role includes operating equipment in a clinical setting during study sessions with research participants.

The successful candidate will maintain careful records, interact professionally with participants, and thrive in a fast-paced lab environment while adhering to