Lab Tech​/Specialist - Brandebura Lab

Overview

The Brandebura lab, at the University of Virginia School of Medicine Department of Neuroscience, seeks candidates for Lab Tech 1 or 2 or Lab Specialist. The Brandebura Laboratory studies astrocyte dysfunction in neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative disorders like Down Syndrome and Alzheimer’s Disease. We are focused on how to target astrocytes, and their signaling to other glial cells and the vasculature, to improve neuroinflammation, blood-brain-barrier and synapse dysfunction.

We utilize mouse models and primary cell culture to test biological mechanisms.

• Animal colony and protocols: Manage the animal colony, perform genotyping, and maintain accurate records of the mouse census. Collaborate with Dr. Brandebura to implement requested changes to animal and biosafety protocols.
• Lab Inventory and Stocking: Create lab inventories of reagents, stock the lab, order supplies, and prepare solutions and buffers.
• Conducting and analyzing experimental data: Collect experimental data, including microscopy imaging of brain slices, cell culture experiments, and behavioral analysis on mice. Prior experience with mouse handling is preferred but not required; the candidate must be willing to work with mice. Analyze data and present findings in lab meetings. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required. Experience with statistical analysis and graphing software is a plus.
• Optimization and maintenance of lab protocols for use by all lab members: Under supervision, optimize and archive lab protocols and maintain a detailed, reproducible lab notebook.
• Collaboration and training: Work with a diverse group of trainees at all levels; foster an inclusive environment and train new lab members on existing protocols.

• Education: Associate's degree required; may accept equivalent combination of experience, education, or certification in lieu of degree.
• Experience: 2+ years of lab experience, which may include student experience.
• Licensure: None.
• Physical Demands: This position can require extensive standing and squatting while conducting experiments or caring for animals, along with keyboarding and other benchwork and animal procedures requiring fine finger manipulation.

This is a restricted position; continuation is dependent on funding and satisfactory performance. This position is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. This is a full-time benefited position.

Compensation: $15 - $21/hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. A completed pre-employment health screen is required for this position prior to employment.

Please apply online and search for R0082623
. Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. Submit an online application with the following documents:

• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field; multiple documents can be submitted into this field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all the required documents will not receive full consideration. This position is open until filled.

References will be completed via UVA’s standardized Skill Survey process. A total of five references will be requested during the final phase of the interview process, with a minimum of three required.

For information regarding the position or the application process, please contact Jessica Speth, Academic Recruiter, js9rk.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.