Laboratory Technician, Department of Surgery - Virginia Commonwealth University

Summary:
The Department of Surgery (Division of Acute Care Surgery) isseeking a highly motivated and skilled Research Lab Technician to join ourdynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supportingongoing research initiatives in the field of trauma and critical care. Theresearch includes the study of mechanisms of injury in hemorrhagic shockincluding the loss of oxygen transfer in the microcirculation and trauma-inducedcoagulopathies seen after shock. The position involves working closely with theresearch team, participating in experimental procedures, and ensuring thesmooth operation of the laboratory. This position would focus on laboratorywork that would promote these goals through cellular and animal models ofdisease and analysis of therapeutic compounds.


Required Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in science or related field
Experience in a physiology or pharmacology laboratory setting
Experience with animal models of cardiovascular disease and good laboratory skills.
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 shock models and coagulation
Experience with a team and group science
Experience with lab management tasks

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 andcontinued employment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding,and performance.

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

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine isa premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accountingfor almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the School of Medicine isinternationally recognized for patient care and education. VCU School ofMedicine comprises 18 clinical departments, eight basic health science departments,and 11 affiliated institutes and centers, and provides preeminent education to physiciansand scientists in order to improve the quality of healthcare for humanity.  All full-time university staff are eligiblefor our generous benefits package that includes choices for health, vision, anddental coverage, life-insurance, short and long-term disability coverage,retirement planning, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, flexiblespending accounts, tuition benefits, significant paid-time off,12 paidholidays, and more.  Explore our benefitsfurther here: https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/benefits/university-and-academic-professional-benefits/

The School of Medicine continuously strives for ourworkplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieuof the communities we serve.  Allqualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Salary Range: $40,000 - $50,000

Position Details:

Department: Surgery
Employment Type: UF - University Employee FT
Restricted Status: Yes
FTE: 1.0
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt