Job Description

The Ni laboratory in the School of Neuroscience at Virginia Tech is seeking a motivated laboratory technician to assist with ongoing research activities. This role involves supporting projects that investigate sensory processing in the spotted-wing drosophila. This is an hourly position requiring a commitment of 30 hours per week during weekdays.

Required Qualifications

• BS or equivalent experience in Neuroscience, Biology, or a related discipline.
• A strong interest in neuroscience research
• Basic familiarity with biological laboratory environments and fundamental chemistry.
• Willingness to perform fruit fly-related research
• Comfortable working with live animals

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Drosophila (fruit flies) as a research model.
• Experience with electrophysiology
• Experience using a microscope such as confocal imaging or two-photon scope
• Basic knowledge of molecular neuroscience and familiarity with standard laboratory equipment
• Basic programming or data analysis skills (Python, R, MATLAB)