Urology Laboratory Research Assistant

Unit: School Of Medicine MBU

Department: Urology

Department Summary: The mission of the Department of Urology within the VCU School of Medicine is the pursuit of excellence in all three areas of an academic surgical practice: patient care, teaching, and research.

A laboratory research assistant in the Department of Urology at VCU will work with our clinical research team including faculty, nursing, staff, residents, and other learners in the performance of clinical research work. The work has been funded by the National Institutes of Health and is focused on the development of new technologies to improve the way we diagnose and treat overactive bladder and other forms of voiding dysfunction. We incorporate novel technologies into urodynamic testing including bladder ultrasound and Near Infrared Spectroscopy. The research studies are clinical and involve working in active clinical spaces, so professionalism and sensitivity to patient needs is a must. Typical duties include organizational management of the lab, recruitment of participants, data collection and analysis, study performance, and working on presentations and publications.

Position Duration: July 2026 – June 2027 (start and end dates flexible)

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Organization research activities including participants schedules and procedures
• Recruitment of research participants
• Study regulation following Institutional Review Board (IRB) requirements
• Performance of non-invasive clinical studies (after training) using Near Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS) and Ultrasound equipment
• Laboratory supply and equipment management
• Data collection with a clear organization system using Microsoft Excel
• Data analysis including production of high-quality figures and presentations
• Academic writing and publication

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Previous clinical or basic science research experience preferred
• Dedication, independence, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with data collection and management, preferably with Microsoft Excel
• Experience working in a fast-paced clinical environment and with a demonstrated track-record and commitment to professionalism
• Ability to work respectfully with faculty, staff, and learners from a variety of backgrounds

Salary Range: 18.00

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Hours per Week: 29

ORP Eligible: No

Restricted: Yes

Contact Name: Tori Barham
Contact Email: LaToria.Barham@vcuhealth.org