On-site Neurosurgery Research Lab Technician

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia in Charlottesville, VA, seeks a Lab Technician to support Neurosurgery research focused on functional neuro-oncology and related areas. The role involves complex lab tasks, data analysis, and potential animal work in a dynamic research setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with methods evaluation, training, and contributing to manuscripts. Education required is an Associate's degree with 2+ years lab experience; on-site, full-time position with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; may accept equivalent combination of experience or certification.
• 2+ years of lab experience preferred.
• Experience with cell cultures, data analysis, and animal handling is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex lab and research tasks under supervision; adapt methods as needed.
• Assist in evaluation of methods and procedures for research objectives.
• May perform small animal surgery and manage animal care.
• Prepare and maintain clinical and translational research protocols.
• Manage day-to-day lab operations and schedule experiments.
• Train staff and students in lab methods and safety.
• Contribute to data analysis, reporting, and manuscript preparation.
• Attend seminars to present work and keep records up-to-date.

Skills

Lab techniques

Data analysis

Cell culture

Animal care

IRB protocol support

Statistical software

Python

MATLAB

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Connectomics analytics

Job description

The University of Virginia in Charlottesville, VA, seeks a Lab Technician to support Neurosurgery research focused on functional neuro-oncology and related areas. The role involves complex lab tasks, data analysis, and potential animal work in a dynamic research setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with methods evaluation, training, and contributing to manuscripts. Education required is an Associate's degree with 2+ years lab experience; on-site, full-time position with competitive pay.