The Montague and Howe Labs at Virginia Tech and the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC are seeking a Research Technician to complete general laboratory operations and collect data for in-vitro and in-vivo research projects. We currently employ advanced quantitative methods to conduct leading-edge research on the role of neurotransmitters (dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine) in the human brain to understand human cognitive function and dysfunction. The research technician will be responsible for in-vitro and in vivo data collection to inform models of human neurochemistry. The technician will also be responsible for operating equipment in a clinical setting during study sessions with research participants. The successful candidate should be detail oriented, keeping careful records of interactions with participants in a hospital setting (such as in an operating room or recovery suite during their stay).They should also be flexible and enjoy a fast-paced research environment.
Additional Duties Will Include
Maintaining precise stock solutions
Assisting in purchasing and monitoring supply inventory
Adhering to all established Federal, State and Institute procedural and chemical safety standards and requirements
Flexibility to work on weekends
Required Qualifications
Must be an effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
Must have basic lab experience including dilutions, weighing chemicals, and understand proper chemical handling
Must have pipette experience, preferably with micro-concentrations
Must be able to work independently and manage time effectively
Must be detail oriented
Must be comfortable with computer software
Must be able to sit or stand a lab bench for extended periods of time
Demonstrated interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills with strong attention to detail
Must have a demonstrated ability to interact respectfully and comfortably with all individuals in a diverse, multicultural environment, exercising judgement and high degree of confidentiality
Preferred Qualifications
Coursework or training in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or a related field
Interest in advancing human neuroscience through dedicated repeat-experiments
Experience with lab equipment, such as a vortexer, centrifuge, pH meter, and balance
Experience with HPLC, electrochemistry, and/or mass spectrometry
Demonstrated communication skills
Demonstrated ability to follow instructions
Previous research experience
Pay Band
3
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
Commensurate
Review Date
7/22/2024
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
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Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Higher Education
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