Laboratory Technician-Parker Lab

Job Description

The Parker laboratory in the College of Veterinary Medicine is recruiting a research assistant. This position is a research position where the candidate will function independently and responsibly while reporting directly to Dr. Rell Parker. This candidate will also assist the primary investigator (PI) with operational oversight of the laboratory. This individual is expected to support research efforts focused on animal models of chronic pain using a variety of techniques. The majority of time will be devoted to research efforts with a smaller proportion of time devoted to lab maintenance training and oversight.

The candidate will have the opportunity to author or co-author publications and depending on their background and experience craft their own research projects. Training and guidance and will be provided for those aspects of the job in which the candidate is lacking sufficient expertise.

Required Qualifications

BS degree in biology molecular biology neuroscience or a related field
Previous hands-on experience in a laboratory with previous mouse handling experience.
Ability to manage time organize data and keep accurate lab records
Ability to efficiently use computer software
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Good communication skills
Curiosity and enthusiasm for science

Preferred Qualifications

Experience and knowledge about cell and molecular biology immunohistochemistry cell culture etc.
Potential candidates should have the basic knowledge of molecular neuroscience and a fundamental understanding of standard laboratory equipment.
Experience in mouse behavior genotyping etc

Pay Band

3; wage

Overtime Status

Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

$15-$25 per hour commensurate with experience

Hours per week

5-10 Hours Per Week

Review Date

12/1/25

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is an inclusive communitydedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges a school of medicine a veterinary medicinecollege Graduate School and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia including Blacksburg the greater Washington D.C. area the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke sites in Newport News and Richmond and numerous Extension officesand research institutes. A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

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Required Experience:

IC