Research Scientist - Department of Neuroscience and Anatomy

Research Scientist – Department of Neuroscience and Anatomy

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine

Join the Department of Neuroscience and Anatomy as an experienced researcher with a background in cellular or systems neuroscience. The role focuses on investigating CNS structural and functional damage related to HIV and co‑exposure to drugs of abuse. You will work independently using established protocols, contribute to data analysis, and prepare manuscripts for publication.

All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package, including comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax‑deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well‑being resources, and abundant opportunities for career development and advancement.

School of Medicine – MBU

Neuroscience and Anatomy

We seek a scientist experienced in histological techniques and microscopy. Preferred applicants also have broad expertise in biochemical and cellular approaches.

Minimum Qualifications

• MS or PhD or equivalent in related discipline
• 2+ years of laboratory experience in related work
• Preparing tissue sections (frozen and fresh) for microscopy
• Proficiency in immunohistochemistry or cytochemistry
• Proficiency in fluorescence microscopy, imaging, and image acquisition software (e.g., Zeiss Zen; Keyence BZ‑X series software or similar)
• Harvesting and processing tissue for standard biochemical assays (e.g., immunoblotting; RT‑PCR/qPCR)
• Proficiency with standard word processing, spreadsheet, and data analysis software
• 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, or a commitment to do so as a VCU staff member

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of laboratory experience in related work
• Proficiency in confocal microscopy
• Familiarity with morphological analysis software (Imaris, Cell Profiler or similar)
• Primary culture of mammalian brain cells
• Survival surgery (e.g., osmotic pump implantation)
• In situ hybridization

Commensurate starting at $65,000

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Research
• Industry: Higher Education
• FLSA Exemption Status:
  Exempt
• Hours per week: 40
• Restricted Position:
  Yes
• ORP Eligible:
  Yes
• Flexible Work Arrangement:
  Fully Onsite

Email: SOMHR

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