"Part-time Lab & Research Specialist"

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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. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer.

Unit:

School Of Medicine MBU

Department:

Pathology

Mission or Goal of Unit:

The Department of Pathology at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is passionately committed to advancing the frontiers of medicine through excellence in education, innovative research, and exceptional clinical care. Our department plays a vital role in understanding and diagnosing disease through cutting-edge technologies and interdisciplinary expertise, we aim to uncover the mechanisms of disease, contribute to groundbreaking discoveries, and translate scientific insights into tangible clinical applications. The Department of Pathology also thrives on collaboration through our strong partnerships with the Massey Cancer Center, VCU Health System, and other research and clinical institutes across the university, we are uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between scientific discovery and real-world impact.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The Lab and Research Specialist is a NIH-grant funded position that will work in a research laboratory focused on the development and testing of pre-clinical models to treat breast cancer metastasis. The major task for this position will be to perform animal husbandry to assist other researchers and cell culture based studies to identify drugs to treat metastatic breast cancer. Standard daytime (8AM-5PM) work hours are required with occasional weekend time required.

This is a restricted, grant-funded position with no set end date. Continued employment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• The candidate should have experience working in a scientific research laboratory.
• The candidate should be highly organized and provide evidence of successfully working in a team environment.
• Experience handling mice and animal husbandry.
• Experience performing cell culture based studies on cancer cells treated with therapeutic compounds. Use of robotics for pipetting.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline is highly preferred.

Salary Range:

$15.00

Benefits:

All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

FLSA Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Hours per Week:

20

ORP Eligible:

No

Restricted:

Yes

University Job Title:

34041N - Labs/Research Assistant 1

Rank:

Non Faculty