The Winckler lab in the Department of Cell Biology, at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, is seeking a Lab and Research Technician 1 or 2 to work on experiments to understand normal and abnormal neuronal function, utilizing molecular biology, mouse genetics, primary cell culture, immunocytochemistry, and microscopy [https://med.virginia.edu/faculty/faculty-listing/bw5h/]. The incumbent will work closely with the PI and other lab members to complete tasks to support NIH- and NSF-funded research to investigate the function of cytoskeletal proteins during axon growth during development and after injury.

The Lab Tech will also be responsible for laboratory maintenance. This includes maintaining mouse colonies, genotyping, ordering and maintaining supplies, preparing stock solutions, maintaining equipment, training of other personnel, and assisting the PI with environmental health and safety compliance. The position requires appropriate data analysis including statistics, lab notebook and electronic data keeping, and clear data presentation.

Minimum Requirements for Lab and Research Technician 1

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: At least 1 year of lab experience, which may include student experience. Bachelor's degree will be considered in lieu of experience.

Minimum Requirements for Lab and Research Technician 2

Education: Associate's degree

Experience: At least 2 years of lab experience which may include student experience. Bachelor's degree in related science will be considered in lieu of experience.

Preferred Requirements

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a related field. Major or minor in a biomedical science is preferred.

Experience: Knowledge of PCR, Molecular Biology, Microscopy, Tissue Sectioning, Cell Culture, Immunoblotting and Animal Husbandry

The successful applicant will demonstrate history of: 1) excellent work ethic and above average productivity; 2) meticulous attention to detail; 3) functioning collaboratively.

Additional requirements include attention to detail in experimental work and record keeping, ability to handle multiple assignments, working with others, self-motivation and eagerness to acquire new skills.

Physical Demands

This position can spend extensive periods of time standing and squatting while conducting experiments or caring for animals. Also requires keyboarding and other bench work and animal procedures requiring finer finger manipulation.

Application Instructions: Apply Now . Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile, search Find Jobs and then R0061137. Complete an application online and include the following documents:

• A CV/resume
  
• A cover letter is not required but strongly encouraged.
  

All documents can be loaded into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please note that this is a restricted position and continuation is dependent upon the availability of the position, funding, and satisfactory performance. This position cannot offer visa sponsorship.

For questions about the application process, please contact Margaret Weeks, Academic Recruiter at mew7ys@virginia.edu. Before a formal offer of employment is extended, the selected candidate will undergo a background check per university policy.

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