The Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology & Metabolism and the University of Virginia’s (UVA) School of Medicine seeks applications for a Lab and Research Tech 2 OR Lab Specialist to work with Silas Culver, MD. Dr. Culver’s laboratory investigates mechanisms of obesity-related kidney injury using mouse and cell models. This position is responsible for assisting in the development, design, and execution of basic science research projects in this area. This position will assist with molecular techniques such as PCR, RT-PCR, western blot, and ELISA as well as tissue preparations for electron microscopy, confocal microscopy and tissue staining. Work will involve the use of in vivo mouse models and in vitro cell culture models. In addition, the position will involve statistical analysis, graph production, poster creation, and assisting in research paper writing for grants and presentations. The successful candidate must possess excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and demonstrate the ability to articulate information to investigators and other research team members.

The successful candidate will also be expected to:

• Perform similar duties to Lab and Research Aide, such as collecting specimens, setting up and performing experiments of a repetitive nature; and preparing culture media, chemicals, reagents, and solutions as instructed.
• At the direction of the Principal Investigator or senior staff, perform biological, hematological, chemical, or physical analysis.
• Participate in research or clinical work involving treatment operations and experiments with animals to include care and feeding, , and observation during post-operative or treatment periods.
• May perform some surgical procedures on small lab animals.
• Prepare support materials, compare and assist with analyses of data and write reports. Assist with literature reviews.
• Operate, adjust, and maintain specific scientific apparatuses and instruments. Order lab supplies and maintain inventory.
• Record accurate information and logs of experimental data.
• Keep informed of new lab techniques.
• Provide routine, technical, and administrative support to research projects.
• May contact and coordinate schedules with study subjects, handle information intake, and record and track results. May provide logistical support to the study.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Lab Specialist

Education: Bachelor's degree required, may accept combination of experience/education/certification in lieu of degree.

Experience: 1+ year of relevant lab experience required.

Licensure: None.

Additional skills and abilities:

• Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures and practices.
• Ability to follow set policies and procedures.
• Ability to work accurately and independently with attention to detail.
• Ability to write reports in a professional and organized manner.
• Ability to plan and execute tasks or experiments in a timely manner.
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate/interact with investigators, and other core staff on a daily basis.
• Have familiarity with common computing software Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

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.

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

This is a non-exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.

This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability.

This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

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Additional Requirements

Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

How to Apply

Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0080535. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

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Reference Check Process

Reference checks will be completed by UVA’s third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

Contact

For questions about the application process, please contact Jeremy Brofft, Senior Academic Recruiter at xmf9ad@virginia.edu.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.