Lab Specialist - Goldfarb Lab - Pathology; Wage

Position: Lab Specialist - Goldfarb Lab - Pathology (Staff Wage)

The Department of Pathology is currently seeking a Laboratory Specialist to work in the laboratory of Adam Goldfarb, MD. Dr. Goldfarb’s lab has a large focus on immunology in models of transfusion and transplantation, including autoimmunity. For more information, please visit: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Assist faculty in design, preparation and conduct of laboratory research experiments.
• Develop and implement lab policies and procedures.
• Manage and coordinate operational policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with research staff on issues which impact lab functions.
• Supervise research activities and support personnel.
• Assist in formulating and implementing the short- and long-range goals for the operation of the lab.
• Act as liaison to Center and other departments, divisions or organizations.
• Coordinate data collection and screening and verify the data. Review progress and evaluate results.
• Develop protocols and criteria, determine procedures and protocols.
• Provide guidance as requested regarding hiring and training for technical personnel. Supervise, train and instruct residents, interns, students or other staff in lab techniques and procedures.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Preferred experience:

• Supervisory experience.
• Experience with flow cytometry, PCR, Western blotting, and/or recombinant DNA work.
• Experience with general biological procedures and techniques.
• Experience with animal procedures.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills.
• General computer skills.
• Expertise in protocol and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) development, Animal Care and Use Committee (ACUC), Internal Review Board (IRB), Environmental Health & Safety, (EH&S) and other local, federal or sponsor-driven regulations and policies.
• Experience with blood storage lesion GWAS and antibody-mediated immune response research experience.

Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Ability to work both independently and with others in a highly collaborative team-based environment.
• Self-guided and creative in seeking possible solutions to experimental/design challenges at hand.
• Proven ability to actively engage and collaborate with a group of scientists in a team-oriented setting.

This position is located in Charlottesville, Virginia and does not permit hybrid or remote work. This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: .

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will also require an Education Verification and Health Screen.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education:
  
  Bachelors Degree required. Masters or relevant Terminal degree preferred but may be required as specified.
• Experience:
  
  2+ years' professional experience required.
• Licensure:
  Specified by position requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing, sitting for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, bending/stooping, reaching and repetitive motion. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills;
Attention to detail and ability to write legibly;
Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

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.