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Lab Technician - Dept. of Pharmacology & Toxicology

  • req3602
  • Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23284
  • Pharmacology & Toxicology
  • 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 Description of General Responsibilities:

Perform behavioral work with rodents and study reward and dependence by using in vivo models. Compile results and report to supervisor.

Required Qualifications:

Required Previous lab experience in a research lab setting (as student volunteer or employee) and work experience with rodents and lab animals in particular behavioral and reward techniques. General lab skills (weighing, making solutions, etc.).

Prior experience in administering drugs to rodent lab animals is required.

Required: undergraduate or a B.S. in Chemistry or Biology or equivalent.

Preferred experience with models of dependence. Willingness to learn biochemical and molecular biology techniques such as PCR and western blot. Good communication skills.

Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a hourly employee at VCU.

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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