Part-Time Biomedical Research Technician

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Onsite

Benefits eligibility

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is seeking a motivated part-time Laboratory Research Technician to support ongoing research into small molecules as therapeutics and tools to understand disease biology. The role involves mammalian cell culture, biochemical assays, and in vivo studies in mice, with training provided.

This is a 29-hour per week onsite position in Richmond, VA. Prior lab experience is not required; candidates should be detail-oriented, able to follow

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, biomedical sciences, or related discipline.
• Interest in biomedical research and willingness to learn new laboratory techniques.
• Ability to carefully follow written and verbal experimental procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate laboratory records.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and execution of laboratory experiments under the direction of the Principal Investigator and senior laboratory members.
• Perform routine mammalian cell culture and assist with cellular and biochemical experiments relevant to ongoing research projects following appropriate training.
• Assist with in vivo studies involving mice following completion of required institutional and laboratory training.
• Assist with chemical synthesis and related laboratory procedures, as appropriate to ongoing research projects and following appropriate training.
• Prepare buffers, solutions, reagents, and other materials needed for laboratory experiments.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and document experimental procedures and results.
• Assist with the organization and maintenance of laboratory supplies, reagents, and equipment; monitor laboratory inventory; and assist with ordering and receiving supplies.
• Participate in research meetings and communicate experimental progress with the Principal Investigator and other laboratory members.
• Perform other research-related duties as needed to support ongoing laboratory projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent & teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, biomedical sciences, or related field

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Data organization

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is seeking a motivated part-time Laboratory Research Technician to support ongoing research into small molecules as therapeutics and tools to understand disease biology. The role involves mammalian cell culture, biochemical assays, and in vivo studies in mice, with training provided.

This is a 29-hour per week onsite position in Richmond, VA. Prior lab experience is not required; candidates should be detail-oriented, able to follow