Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.

The Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology is in search of a part-time Lab Technician to join Dr. Lasek's lab.

Position Summary:

The chosen candidate will work part-time performing rat and mouse studies of alcoholconsumption. Additionally, the candidate will perform histological procedures, suchas immunohistochemistry and in situ hybridization on rat and mouse brains.

Other jobsinclude but are not limited to:

• Ordering supplies
• Inventory and maintenance oflaboratory supplies
• Routine maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Monitoringand disposal of biohazardous materials and chemical hazards
• Organizationof the laboratory environment

Core Responsibilities:

1.) Ratand mouse studies of alcohol consumption

2.) Perform tissueprocessing, immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, and microscopy

3.) Generallab management:

• bookkeeping for all lab materials including chemical and animal inventories
• placeorder for supplies for all lab personnel
• responsiblefor IACUC and chemical inspections
• attendingDAR and chemical training and meetings
• routinemaintenance of lab equipment

Minimum Hiring Standards:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field is required
• Experience working with laboratory animals (mice and/or rats) isrequired
• Performing tissue histology and microscopy is preferred
• Must have a demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in past experiences or a commitment to do so as an hourly employee at VCU

The School of Medicine continuously strives for our workplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieu of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

This is a restricted position with no set end date and continued employment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance.

Salary Range: $20/hr

Position Details:

Department: Pharmacology and Toxicology
Employment Type: H1 - Hourly
Restricted Status: Yes
FTE: 0.50
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Contact Information:

Contact Name: SOM HR