57 lab specialist jobs found in Charlottesville, VA

The Nieh Lab in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of Virginia seeks a Lab and Research Technician 2 or Lab Specialist (depending on qualifications/experience) to assist with research characterizing the neural circuits underlying motivated behaviors, such as drug-seeking, feeding, and social interaction. The individual will work directly with Professor Nieh to set up state-of-the-art cellular-resolution simultaneous imaging and stimulation 2-photon microscopes, design and perform head-fixed drug self-administration and feeding tasks, perform stereotaxic surgeries for viral injections and optics implants, maintain a small mouse colony, perform basic immunohistology, and execute general lab management tasks. Previous research experience is desired, but not required. Strong communication and organizational skills and the ability to learn new techniques are important characteristics for the position. With experience, the candidate will have the option to take a...

The Bielinsky laboratory in the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics at the University of Virginia ( www.virginia.edu/bmg ) seeks to hire a laboratory specialist to participate in multiple NIH-funded projects that focus on the study of molecular pathways that defy replication stress relevant to cancer and rare genetic diseases. What you will do: Specialize in lab and/or other research methods and equipment functions specific to Principal Investigators and/or labs. Demonstrate expertise in troubleshooting problems and recommending solutions. Perform a variety of tests requiring high degree of proficiency. Assist in evaluation of research methods, procedures, and techniques based on established objectives. Provide assistance to researchers in computing and analyzing data using specialized statistical computer software. Evaluate experiment results using statistical and multivariate analyses. Research, compile, and maintain complex...

The University of Virginia seeks a Lab Specialist to support the Department of Anesthesiology in the laboratory of Dr. Manoj Patel. The department’s research efforts involve dozens of faculty, residents, and staff in basic science and clinical research efforts. Our clinical investigators and Ph.D. researchers maintain active basic science laboratories conducting anesthesiology-related investigations with support from post-docs, fellows, residents, and graduate students. Many of our faculty members are involved in clinical research, supported by a staff of clinical research coordinators and post doctorate research fellows. The Technology in Anesthesia and Critical Care Group focuses attention on biomedical devices and includes faculty from the School of Engineering and Applied Science as well as the School of Medicine. The Patel lab specializes in epilepsy and utilizes a number of epilepsy rodent models. Responsibilities: Oversee day-to-day operation of projects....

The Derré Laboratory in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Cancer Biology at the University of Virginia School of Medicine is seeking a Laboratory Specialist to work on projects investigating the mechanisms supporting Chlamydia trachomatis infections. Under the supervision of the PI, the incumbent will participate in laboratory projects involving a combination of microbiology, cell biology, molecular biology, microscopy and small animals (mice) techniques. Research activity conducted includes, but is not limited to, maintenance of eukaryotic cell lines, generation and amplification of Chlamydia strains, general molecular biology techniques (cloning and sequence analysis, immuno-precipitation and western-blot), image acquisition of Chlamydia infected cells or tissue by standard and confocal microscopy, image analysis using microscopy computer software, small animal (mice) handling and infection. Minimum Requirements: Education: Bachelor's degree....

The Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Oncology at the University of Virginia’s (UVA) School of Medicine, seeks candidates for a Lab Specialist Intermediate to provide scientific and technical support for laboratory-based research pertaining to molecular genetics with a heavy emphasis on CRISPR-mediated gene editing. The Lab Specialist will work within the research lab of Dr. Eric A. Hendrickson, PhD under the direction of Brian Ruis, MS to generate genome edited cell lines for University of Virginia researchers. The successful candidate will be expected to: Perform and assist with experiments involving mammalian cell culture, DNA isolation, and PCR. Work with the senior scientists to develop methodologies and protocols for ongoing lab projects. Assist with the collection and entry of data in electronic media. Order lab supplies. Perform routine laboratory maintenance. Perform routine laboratory data analysis and procedures. Independently prepare...

The Department of Neurology is searching for a Lab and Research Technician 2 or Lab Specialist. The incumbent will characterize mouse models of epilepsy: frontal lobe epilepsy and epilepsy in Alzheimer’s disease models. The selected candidate will perform EEG recordings, drug infusion studies and seizure mapping studies. The successful candidate will assist with ongoing experiments with metabolism and epilepsy. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Lab and Research Technician 2: Education: Associate’s degree Experience: At least 2 years of lab experience which may include student experience. Bachelor’s degree in related science will be considered in lieu of experience. Lab Specialist: Education: Bachelor’s degree Experience: 3 years of experience. 6 years of experience accepted in lieu of degree. PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position can spend extensive periods of time standing and squatting while conducting experiments or caring for animals. Also...

The Department of Molecular Physiology and Biological Physics, at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, is seeking a Lab Specialist to work in Dr. Lukas Tamm’s lab. The lab specialist will express and purify proteins from different sources and run an array of biochemical assays to assess the quality and function of these proteins. The incumbent will be highly interactive within a relatively large research lab interested in studies of synaptic neurotransmission and virus entry into cells. Prior experience with membrane proteins and their reconstitution into liposomes and culturing of bacterial and mammalian cells would be a plus, but is not required. The successful candidate will also be closely involved with routine lab maintenance tasks. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelor's degree in science related field. Experience: Three years of experience. Six years of experience accepted in lieu of degree. This is a restricted position; continuation is...

The Department of Molecular Physiology and Biological Physics, at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, is seeking a Lab Specialist Intermediate to work in Dr. Lukas Tamm’s lab. The lab specialist intermediate will express and purify proteins from different sources and run an array of biochemical assays to assess the quality and function of these proteins. The incumbent will be highly interactive within a relatively large research lab interested in studies of synaptic neurotransmission and virus entry into cells. Prior experience with protein purification and culturing of bacterial and/or mammalian cells is required and experience with membrane proteins and their reconstitution into liposomes would be a plus. The successful candidate will also be closely involved with routine lab maintenance tasks. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education: Bachelor's degree in a science related field Experience: Six years of experience in a lab technician role. Master's degree may...

The Center for Public Health Genomics at the University of Virginia is looking to hire a bioinformatics lab specialist. The lab specialist will be responsible for assisting the PI, Dr. Chongzhi Zang, and postdoctoral associates in the lab to implement bioinformatics algorithms and to use integrative computational approaches for processing and analyzing bulk and single-cell multi-omics sequencing data for the studies of epigenetics and transcriptional regulation in mammalian model systems. Minimum Qualifications: 1. Bachelor’s degree in bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, statistics, or a related major. 2. At least one-year research experience in high-throughput genomics data analysis. 3. Proficient in Python and R programming. 4. Working knowledge of molecular biology and genomics. 5. Excellent academic communication skills and teamwork skills. Preferred Qualifications: 1. Master’s degree in bioinformatics, computational biology, computer...

The Multiscale Muscle Mechanophysiology (M3) Laboratory in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Virginia is seeking a Laboratory Specialist to support a newly funded project aimed at understanding the effects of hormones on muscle regeneration. The successful candidate will participate as part of a collaborative research team. The incumbent will be mentored by Dr. Blemker of the Department of Biomedical Engineering, work with other graduate students and post-doctoral fellows in the M3 lab, collaborate with other labs within BME, perform animal experiments, and learn computational methods. For a description of the lab’s overall research interests, visit: http://www.uvam3lab.com/ Lab Specialist employees provide technical lab support by performing complex lab and research related tasks. They act as specialists on research methods and equipment functions specific to investigations. They have the authority to adapt methods and procedures to meet the...

The Child Health Research Center in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Virginia is seeking applicants for a Lab Specialist (Various Levels) to work in the laboratories of Drs. Ariel Gomez and Maria Luisa Sequeira-Lopez. The Lab Specialist will work closely with the PIs and other lab members to support research projects that rely on a variety of mouse and cell culture models. The lab focuses on plasticity and fate of the renin cells, morphogenesis of the kidney, renal vascular development and disease. The successful candidate will be expected to: • Perform a variety of experimental procedures (e.g. standard molecular biology, tissue processing, histochemical assays, bright-field and fluorescence microscopy). • Assist in evaluation of research methods, procedures, and techniques based on established objectives. • Prepare stock solutions and other reagents. Be available to assist other investigators in the lab as needed. • Assist in...

The Department of Molecular Physiology and Biological Physics seeks a Laboratory Specialist to work in the Sheynkman lab. The incumbent will be using long-read RNA sequencing (PacBio, ONT) and mass spectrometry-based proteomics (Thermo Orbitrap Eclipse) to generate datasets for proteogenomics analysis. Such data will be used to discover disease-relevant protein isoforms. Experience in cell/tissue culture, molecular biology techniques, DNA/RNA manipulations, and bioinformatics are a plus but not required. Qualities desired include being detail oriented, organized, and meticulous in designing and running experiments. Opportunities in the position include working in a highly dynamic scientific environment, with opportunities for involvement in individual or collaborative research projects. Lab Specialist employees provide technical lab support by performing complex lab and research related tasks. They act as specialists on research methods and equipment functions specific to...

The Department of Pediatrics seeks a highly qualified Lab Specialist to work in the Ray laboratory at the Child Health Research Center. The laboratory explores molecular physiology and cellular mechanisms that precipitate pediatric renal diseases, with a focus on understanding the pathogenesis of nephrotic syndrome, capillary permeability, and angiogenesis in pediatric kidney diseases. The incumbent will be expected to perform experimental procedures done in cell culture, tissue harvest from rodents, and assist in all tracks related to the maintenance of the laboratory. Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Biology with at least three years’ experience. Six years of experience may be accepted in lieu of degree. Strong laboratory experience obtained at the bench in molecular and cell biology and significant experience working with rodents are required. This is a restricted position; continuation is dependent on funding and satisfactory...

The Department of Molecular Physiology and Biological Physics, at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, is seeking a Lab Specialist Intermediate to work in Dr. Seham Ebrahim’s lab. Lab Specialist Intermediate employees engage in laboratory research by performing complex lab and research related tasks. They are distinguished from Lab Specialist employees by their additional responsibilities related to developing, designing, and conducting increasingly complex research projects. They perform complex tasks independently. They have the authority to adapt methods and procedures to meet the needs of research. They may supervise support personnel and manage budgets. Job Description: Perform duties similar to Lab Specialist employees, such as helping Principal Investigators coordinate research projects, performing experimental procedures, collecting information and data, and preparing tissues and specimens for procedures. Participate in formulating...

The Lazzara Lab in the Departments of Chemical Engineering and Biomedical Engineering in the School of Engineering & Applied Science at the University of Virginia (UVA) seeks applications for an open Lab Specialist position. The Lazzara Lab is a vibrant research community of eight full-time researchers focused on projects in the areas of cancer cell signaling and precision medicine for oncology. For more details on the Principal Investigator’s departmental and center affiliations, please see the links below: https://engineering.virginia.edu/departments/chemical-engineering https://engineering.virginia.edu/departments/biomedical-engineering https://uvahealth.com/services/cancer-research The Lab Specialist will engage primarily in laboratory research and will also assist the Principal Investigator in lab management. The Specialist will perform tasks independently and have authority to adapt methods and procedures to meet research needs. The Specialist...

The Department of Molecular Physiology and Biophysics seek a Lab Specialist to work in the Kasson laboratory assisting with research on infectious disease and viral entry. The recent emergence of COVID-19 has highlighted the need to develop better vaccines against emerging viruses and to assess the efficacy and mechanisms of such vaccines. The incumbent will join a team developing better ways to assess antiviral antibodies and fight emerging diseases. The qualified candidate will have experience in molecular biology and mammalian cell culture. Preference will be given to candidates with previous experience in viral culture, standard virology techniques, and creation of pseudotyped virus. Position Responsibilities include: Helping Principal Investigators (PIs) coordinate research projects, performing experimental procedures, collecting information and data, and preparing tissues and specimens for procedures. Participate in formulating research methods, suggesting...

The Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Virginia (UVA) Computational Systems Biology Lab is seeking a Lab Specialist to perform cell culture and data analysis and manage collaborations and projects. Lab Specialist employees provide technical lab support by performing complex lab and research related tasks. They act as specialists on research methods and equipment functions specific to investigations. They have the authority to adapt methods and procedures to meet the needs of research. They are distinguished from Lab Technicians by the types and duration of assignments, as well as the skills and expertise necessary to serve as resources on non-routine problems. Lab Specialist employees perform daily activities without supervision; their longer-term assignments require greater oversight. Lab Specialist employees often train others on work processes and policies. Responsibilities: Specialize in lab and/or other research methods and equipment...

The Bochkis Lab in the Pharmacology Department at the University Of Virginia School Of Medicine seeks applicants for a new Lab Specialist position. The Lab Specialist conducts experimental work and assists the Principal Investigator with in vivo experiments in mouse models of metabolic disease. The successful candidate will be expected to manage the mouse colony, develop and execute assays to isolate nucleic acids and make protein extracts from tissues, perform chromatin precipitation, make libraries for next-generation sequencing, and learn how to analyze sequencing data. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, and at least 3 years of laboratory experience in an academic or industrial setting OR 6 years of lab-related experience accepted in lieu of degree. Experience with mouse work is preferred. Must be proficient with computer software, including Word, Power Point and Excel Experience with library preparation for next-generation sequencing is...

The Kulkarni lab in the Department of Cell Biology, at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, is seeking a Laboratory Specialist to work on experiments to model human diseases using frogs as a model organism. We utilize diverse techniques that include frog genetics, in vitro and natural fertilization, microdissections, microinjection, molecular cloning, in situ hybridization, tissue culture, immunofluorescence, protein immunoblotting and various types of microscopy on live and/or fixed cells and embryos. The lab specialist will work closely with the PI and other lab members to complete tasks to support NIH-funded research and investigate the formation and function of cilia which is essential for embryonic development and physiology. The lab specialist will also be responsible for laboratory organization and maintenance. This includes training of other personnel, frog colony breeding and maintenance, genotyping, ordering and maintaining supplies and reagents,...

Lab Specialist employees provide technical lab support by performing complex lab and research related tasks. They act as specialists on research methods and equipment functions specific to investigations. They have the authority to adapt methods and procedures to meet the needs of research. They are distinguished from Lab Technicians by the types and duration of assignments, as well as the skills and expertise necessary to serve as resources on non-routine problems. Lab Specialist employees perform daily activities without supervision; their longer-term assignments require greater oversight. Lab Specialist employees often train others on work processes and policies. The Pompano Laboratory at the University of Virginia invites applications for a Laboratory Technician or Laboratory Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn new skills while contributing to multiple grant-funded projects, including development of analysis methods for...

The Department of Pharmacology at the University of Virginia seeks either a Lab and Research Technician 2 OR Lab Specialist (depending on qualifications) to assist investigators in the Bayliss Lab with experiments designed to investigate the cell and molecular biology, and physiological function, of brainstem respiratory neurons. The individual will predominantly be maintaining mouse colonies, performing molecular and histological assays, and performing rodent-based behavioral testing. The preferred candidate will be able to synthesize information, provide advice, and address needs independently. Learn more about the Bayliss Lab: https://pharm.virginia.edu/bayliss/ JOB RESPONSIBILITIES The primary focus of the work may include but is not limited to the following: Experimental Work Maintain mouse inventories (genotyping, husbandry, database management). Perform standard molecular biology (transformation, plasmid preparation, mutagenesis, and...

The Department of Neurosurgery is seeking a Lab Specialist to support our labs, currently with a focus on functional neurosurgery, including movement disorders and chronic pain, and potentially neurovascular research. Lab Specialist employees provide technical lab support by performing complex lab and research related tasks. They act as specialists on research methods and equipment functions specific to investigations. They have the authority to adapt methods and procedures to meet the needs of research. Lab Specialist employees perform daily activities without supervision; their longer-term assignments require greater oversight. Lab Specialist employees often train others on work processes and policies. The successful candidate will be expected to: Specialize in lab and/or other research methods and equipment functions specific to Principal Investigators and/or labs. Demonstrate expertise in troubleshooting problems and recommending solutions. Perform a variety of...

The Department of Family Medicine at the University of Virginia seeks a Lab Specialist to assist with research that examines how different biological, environmental, and lifestyle factors influence the development of colon cancer. The Lab Specialist will play an important role in working with the Principal Investigators and research staff to plan, implement, and evaluate clinical and population research projects. The Lab Specialist will provide technical lab support by performing high quality lab and research related tasks and will have the authority to adapt methods and procedures to meet the needs of research. Responsibilities will include performing daily activities without supervision; their longer-term assignments require greater oversight, and train others on work processes and policies. Recruit, screen, and enroll study participants who meet research criteria. Collect demographic and lifestyle information through scripted interviews and answer general...

The Department of Surgery in the School of Medicine at the University of Virginia seeks a Lab Specialist to work in a laboratory doing translational cancer immunology research. Lab Specialist employees provide technical lab support by performing complex lab and research related tasks. They act as specialists on research methods and equipment functions specific to investigations. They have the authority to adapt methods and procedures to meet the needs of research. They are distinguished from Lab Technicians by the types and duration of assignments, as well as the skills and expertise necessary to serve as resources on non-routine problems. Lab Specialist employees perform daily activities without supervision; their longer-term assignments require greater oversight. Lab Specialist employees often train others on work processes and policies. Job responsibilities include: Specialize in lab and/or other research methods and equipment functions specific to Principal...