Virginia
Lab and Research Technician 2 or Specialist
Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904
Overview
The University of Virginia Comprehensive Cancer Center seeks an experienced laboratory technician/specialist with expertise in investigating new investigational therapies in small animal (murine) models.
Responsibilities Responsibilities include:
Conducing in vivo drug studies in cancer xenograft mouse models (subcutaneous and orthotopic).
Administering drugs via intravenous and intraperitoneal injections.
Drawing blood for analytical studies; performing necropsy and tissue sampling; sample preparation/analysis for downstream assays (immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, Western blot, qPCR, RNAseq).
Working with other species (rats and dogs) and writing/managing animal care protocols (beneficial but not required).
Investigating drug effects on cells in tissue culture and studying mechanisms of action of drugs/biologics in in vitro cancer models.
Familiarity with advanced molecular techniques (CRISPR, gene expression studies, confocal microscopy, and other molecular assays) is highly encouraged; lack of experience with these techniques is not exclusionary.
About the Laboratory The candidate will be integrated into a well-funded, world-class laboratory with over 30 years of experience in state-of-the-art research and drug discovery focused on blood cancers. The position reports to Owen A. O’Connor, M.D., Ph.D., in the Department of Medicine, Division of Hematologic Oncology.
Minimum Requirements Laboratory and Research Technician 2
Education:
Associate's degree
Experience:
At least 2 years of lab experience (may include student experience). A Bachelor's degree in a related science will be considered in lieu of experience.
Lab Specialist
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Experience:
2 years of experience. Four years of lab-related experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Physical Demands This position may involve extensive standing and squatting during experiments or animal care, and requires keyboarding and other bench work as well as fine motor dexterity for animal procedures.
Compensation and Benefits Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. This is a non-exempt, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits. This is a restricted position dependent on funding and funding availability.
Location This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed on-site. For more about UVA and the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA.
Background Checks Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
How to Apply Please apply online by searching for requisition number R0074396. Complete an application with the following documents:
Resume
Cover Letter
Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.
Internal Applicants Apply through your Workday profile by searching “Find Jobs.”
Contact and Equal Opportunity Reference checks will be completed by UVA’s third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. For questions about the application process, contact Jeremy Brofft, Senior Recruiter, at xmf9ad@virginia.edu.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Read UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment for more information.
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Responsibilities Responsibilities include:
Conducing in vivo drug studies in cancer xenograft mouse models (subcutaneous and orthotopic).
Administering drugs via intravenous and intraperitoneal injections.
Drawing blood for analytical studies; performing necropsy and tissue sampling; sample preparation/analysis for downstream assays (immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, Western blot, qPCR, RNAseq).
Working with other species (rats and dogs) and writing/managing animal care protocols (beneficial but not required).
Investigating drug effects on cells in tissue culture and studying mechanisms of action of drugs/biologics in in vitro cancer models.
Familiarity with advanced molecular techniques (CRISPR, gene expression studies, confocal microscopy, and other molecular assays) is highly encouraged; lack of experience with these techniques is not exclusionary.
About the Laboratory The candidate will be integrated into a well-funded, world-class laboratory with over 30 years of experience in state-of-the-art research and drug discovery focused on blood cancers. The position reports to Owen A. O’Connor, M.D., Ph.D., in the Department of Medicine, Division of Hematologic Oncology.
Minimum Requirements Laboratory and Research Technician 2
Education:
Associate's degree
Experience:
At least 2 years of lab experience (may include student experience). A Bachelor's degree in a related science will be considered in lieu of experience.
Lab Specialist
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Experience:
2 years of experience. Four years of lab-related experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Physical Demands This position may involve extensive standing and squatting during experiments or animal care, and requires keyboarding and other bench work as well as fine motor dexterity for animal procedures.
Compensation and Benefits Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. This is a non-exempt, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits. This is a restricted position dependent on funding and funding availability.
Location This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed on-site. For more about UVA and the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA.
Background Checks Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
How to Apply Please apply online by searching for requisition number R0074396. Complete an application with the following documents:
Resume
Cover Letter
Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.
Internal Applicants Apply through your Workday profile by searching “Find Jobs.”
Contact and Equal Opportunity Reference checks will be completed by UVA’s third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. For questions about the application process, contact Jeremy Brofft, Senior Recruiter, at xmf9ad@virginia.edu.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Read UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment for more information.
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