Research Technician - Department of Oral and Craniofacial Molecular Biology - School of Dentistry

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School of Dentistry, Oral and Craniofacial Molecular Biology, seeks a highly motivated individual to join the Faber Laboratory where the focus is on studying new therapeutic interventions for adult and pediatric solid tumor cancers with the primary goal to translate these findings into clinical trials.

School of Dentistry

Oral and Craniofacial Molecular Biology

This position provides research duties essential to the success of the Faculty, Postdocs and students in the Faber lab. The candidate will be performing mammalian cell culture, dissolving/diluting drugs, drug treating mammalian cell lines, generating stable cell lines using retro‑ and lenti‑virus vectors, protein immunoblotting, immunoprecipitation, qPCR, as well as standard molecular biology techniques (plasmid DNA preparation, gel electrophoresis). They will perform routine research activities as assigned, including in vitro based drug screens to find new therapies for cancer, directly interpret experiments and devise new experiments.

• Laboratory Management:
  Assist in maintenance for laboratory equipment. Assist in cleaning freezers and refrigerators when needed. Participate in all laboratory and departmental meetings. Maintain and keep clean all space used in experiments.
• Inventory management:
  Order all items required for research experiments as needed. Assist in maintaining and replenishing common chemicals and reagents as needed. Receive all training required to maintain purchasing privileges.
• Laboratory Safety:
  Perform all duties required of Chemical Hygiene officer, including yearly CHP update. Dispose of all chemical and biological waste in compliance with university and OSHA regulations. Replace items in first aid and spill kits as needed. Assist in arranging for required inspections of equipment. Maintain certification for shipping of hazardous materials.
• Laboratory experimentation:
  Perform lab‑based experiments as requested by the supervisor. Present and discuss data in meetings. Maintain laboratory notebooks recording the experiments. Prepare scientific data for manuscripts.

• Candidate will have at a minimum a BS or preferably a Master’s in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, genetics, cell biology, or molecular biology.
• Prior experience in a research laboratory performing experiments (especially mammalian cell culture, dissolving/diluting drugs, drug treating mammalian cell lines, protein immunoblotting, qPCR, plasmid DNA preparation, gel electrophoresis) is required.
• Must be self‑motivated, eager to learn and reliable.
• Attention to detail in experimental techniques and record keeping is critical.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to work independently.
• Have strong organization skills and ability to maintain regulatory documents for laboratory research.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences.

• Previous experience with handling mice is a plus but not required.

All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment sult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

$16.55 - $20.00

Up to 29

Non‑Exempt

No

Fully Onsite

Yes

Contact Name:
Dr. Anthony Faber

Contact Email: acfaber