Lab and Research Tech 2
About The Position
The Ligand Assay and Analysis Core Laboratory is searching for a Lab and Research Tech 2 to join the team. This role will be responsible for conducting and managing laboratory testing across different methodologies. For the laboratory, assays are run in established protocols, data collected and collated, and results sent to investigators across the country and at UVA. All of this contributes to the advancing knowledge in the field of Reproductive Science. https://med.virginia.edu/research-in-reproduction/ligand-assay-analysis-core/ This role will work in a team environment supporting the Ligand Assay and Analysis Core Laboratory through running assays using the following methodologies: ELISA and RIA (I-125). If needed, the Lab Tech may be asked to learn work in other methodologies. All of this will be done under moderate supervision. This role will also be involved in the day-to-day operations of a laboratory: receiving samples, instrument maintenance, documentation, phone, email, supply inventory, refrigerator and freezer management and other tasks as needed.
Requirements
- Education: Associate's degree required; may accept equivalent combination of experience, education, certification in lieu of degree.
- Experience: 2+ years of lab experience which may include student experience.
- Licensure: None.
Nice To Haves
- Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or Laboratory Science
- Experience in methodologies to include ELISA and RIA (I-125)
Responsibilities
- Conducting and managing laboratory testing across different methodologies.
- Running assays using ELISA and RIA (I-125) methodologies.
- Collecting and collating data.
- Sending results to investigators.
- Instrument maintenance.
- Documentation.
- Answering phone and email.
- Supply inventory.
- Refrigerator and freezer management.
- Other tasks as needed.
Benefits
- Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
- This is a non-exempt-level, benefited position.
- Learn more about UVA benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
