Laboratory Technician, Department of Surgery

Summary :

The Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Research Lab Technician to join our dynamic team.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting ongoing research initiatives in the field of plastic and reconstructive surgery, with wide range of focus such as keloid biology, burn wound healing and muscular dystrophies.

The research includes exploring mechanisms and evaluating several regenerative therapies to improve patient outcomes. The position involves working closely with the research team, participating in experimental procedures, and ensuring the smooth operation of the laboratory.

This position would focus on laboratory work that would promote these goals through cellular models, sequencing of patient and animal samples, and analysis of therapeutic compounds.

Required Education & Experience :

• Bachelor's degree in science or related field
• 2 or more years of experience in a laboratory setting
• Experience with cellular models, processing samples, sequencing, animal models, heart function and muscle physiology
• Experience working independently in a laboratory setting
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience with cell culture, PCR and protein analysis
• Experience with a team science approach
• Experience with IACUC submissions

Additional Information

University Title : Lab / Research Tech (Open), Research & Innovation

ORP Eligibility : No

Restricted Position : This is a restricted position with no set end date and continued employment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance.

Please note that if you are employed as a university employee working in any of the health system's facilities, you will need to follow VCU Health System policies, which will include but will not be limited to, vaccination requirements.

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond.

Accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education.

VCU School of Medicine comprises 18 clinical departments, eight basic health science departments, and 11 affiliated institutes and centers, and provides preeminent education to physicians and scientists in order to improve the quality of healthcare for humanity.

All full-time university staff are eligible for our generous benefits package that includes choices for health, vision, and dental coverage, life-insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, retirement planning, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, flexible spending accounts, tuition benefits, significant paid-time off,12 paid holidays, and more.

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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.