Hourly lab Specialist - Dept. of Pharmacology and Toxicology

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Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23284

Virginia Commonwealth University

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.

Position Summary:

The Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology is seeking a motivated individual to work in a behavioral pharmacology laboratory on NIH-funded research related to developing novel medications to treat Substance Use Disorders (SUDs). This position focuses on daily care, handling and drug administration to laboratory animals. Additionally, this position is focused on preparing and managing behavioral testing sessions including IV drug self-administration and behavioral activity/observation scoring. Lastly, this position consists of carefully recording and storing obtained data, as well as preparing drug solutions and managing IV lines using sterile technique.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Animal handling and animal health assessment
Administer drug treatments to subjects
Utilize computer systems to initiate and perform behavioral testing
Routine laboratory maintenance and cleaning
Monitor supply levels/rotate stock
Assist with surgical procedures - prepare instrument packs, anesthetize and prepare subjects for surgery
Requires the ability accurately record, update and maintain daily experimental data

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of pharmacology and biomedical science
Knowledge of sterile technique

Required Qualifications:

Must be dependable and attentive to detail
Must be able to work a flexible schedule in a diverse environment
Must be able to effectively work and communicate with supervisor and other laboratory personnel
Must have a demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in past experiences or a commitment to do so as a hourly employee at VCU

Preferred Qualifications:

Must be comfortable working with animals, previous experience with laboratory rodents
Bachelor’s degree in biology/life science or biomedical science related field

The School of Medicine continuously strives for our workplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieu of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

This is a restricted position with no set end date and continued employment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

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Hourly lab Specialist - Dept. of Pharmacology and Toxicology