Zebrafish Neurobiology Research Assistant

Virginia Tech; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Tech Pan lab at FBRI in Roanoke is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support basic lab operations, animal husbandry, and supply management. You will prepare buffers, maintain equipment, and organize lab manuals while contributing to zebrafish-based neuroscience research.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently or in a team within a fast-paced biology setting, gaining experience in biology, biochemistry, and neuroscience.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated organizational skills and acknowledgement of safety protocols.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Demonstrated communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and exceptional time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or equivalent.
• Ability to generate and utilize computer databases.
• Must be able to sit or stand at a lab bench for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work with animals.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic laboratory management and ordering supplies.
• Animal husbandry for zebrafish.
• Prepare buffers and solutions.
• Maintain laboratory equipment.
• Organize lab manuals, protocols, and materials.
• Assist with specific research tasks as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Laboratory safety

Animal handling

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Virginia Tech Pan lab at FBRI in Roanoke is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support basic lab operations, animal husbandry, and supply management. You will prepare buffers, maintain equipment, and organize lab manuals while contributing to zebrafish-based neuroscience research.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently or in a team within a fast-paced biology setting, gaining experience in biology, biochemistry, and neuroscience.