Research Technician - School of Medicine, Neurosurgery

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 37,500 - 50,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous tuition benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Virginia seeks a Research Technician for the School of Medicine, specializing in animal work and laboratory management. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Biology or Neuroscience, proficiency in animal handling, and experience with laboratory protocols. Join a vibrant environment fostering respect and professionalism within a diverse community. Salary range is $37,500 - $50,000.

Qualifications

Experience in a biology research lab is preferred.
Background in cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology.
Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

Conduct animal work including surgery and drug administration.
Maintain experimental cell cultures and assist with protocols.
Order supplies and maintain inventory of laboratory supplies.

Skills

Animal handling

Cell culture techniques

Surgical procedures

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Neuroscience, or related field

Job description

Research Technician - School of Medicine, Neurosurgery

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Benefits

All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax‑deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well‑being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

Unit

School of Medicine

Department

Neurology

Duties & Responsibilities

The lab technician will conduct/assist animal work including surgery, drug administration, behavior tests, perfusion, and maintaining experimental cell cultures, assist other staff and students in the completion of protocols such as tissue processing, histological and immunohistological staining, Western blotting, microscopic analysis, etc. Other responsibilities include ordering supplies, maintaining the inventory of laboratory supplies, and disposal of biohazardous materials.

Core Responsibilities

Animal handling including all surgical procedures, drug administration, behavior testing, tissue collection, and processing.
Tissue processing, immunostaining, and light microscopic stereological quantification.
General lab management: chemical and animal inventories; orders for supplies for all lab personnel; routine maintenance of lab equipment and lab cleanliness.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Neuroscience, or a related field is required. Experience in a biology research lab is preferred.
Experience in working with experimental models and cell cultures.
Background in cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology.
Ability to work independently.
Proficient in basic computer skills, including word processing and spreadsheets.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications