Lab/Research Technician 1 - 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:

Participate in research on the molecular neurobiology and genetics of alcohol or drug abuse. Perform standardized and specialized laboratory procedures (involves handling and dissection of rodents, brain microinjections, RNA/DNA isolation, PCR, or RNAseq, cell culture, behavioral studies). Conduct experiments professionally and accurately. Compile data; document and communicate findings to supervisor. Organize data into spreadsheets and/or graphs, perform statistical analyses and distribute as requested. Conduct quality control studies and other data analysis of RNAseq data. Maintain lab cleanliness and equipment. Order supplies as needed. Maintain lab records. Help coordinate general lab duties of other lab members. Train graduate and summer students in various techniques used in the laboratory.

Core Responsibilities:

Perform standardized and specialized laboratory procedures (involves handling and dissection of lab animals, brain microinjections, RNA/DNA isolation, RNAseq, Western blotting, sectioning and staining of brain tissue, immunofluorescence microscopy, etc.). Conduct experiments professionally and accurately
Compile data; document and communicate findings to supervisor. Organize data into spreadsheets and/or graphs, perform statistical or bioinformatics analysis as needed and distribute as requested. Conduct quality control studies on RNAseq data
Read pertinent literature to fully understand principles and basis for research. Participate in laboratory meetings, including presentation of findings. Assist in preparation of data for inclusion in publications, grants or presentations
Assist in maintaining lab cleanliness and equipment (some of which is very expensive and sophisticated). Order supplies as needed. Maintain all lab records
Assist in training graduate and undergraduate students in various techniques used in the laboratory and general laboratory duties

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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Lab/Research Technician 1 - Dept. of Pharmacology and Toxicology