Lab Specialist, Ma Lab - Surgery

The Department of Surgery at the University of Virginia (UVA) School of Medicine seeks applicants for a Laboratory Specialist to become a participating member of the Jianje Ma laboratories.

The individual will participate in research projects focused on cell physiology, regenerative medicine, and Alzheimer's disease. Strong communication and organizational skills are required, including the ability to coordinate experimental studies and analyze bioinformatic datasets. Prior research experience in protein biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology, neuroscience, or related fields is highly desirable. The candidate will work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary research team within the Department of Surgery at the University of Virginia School of Medicine.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree

• Experience: At least 1 year of experience in a lab setting.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $18 - $20/hour, commensurate with education and experience.

This position will not sponsor applicants already in the US for work visas.

This is a restricted position; continuation is dependent on funding and satisfactory performance.

This position is located in Charlottesville, Virginia.This is a full-time benefited position. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit www.hr.virginia.edu/benefits.

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. A completed health screen is required for this position.

Physical Demands: This position can spend extensive periods of time standing and squatting while conducting experiments or caring for animals. Also requires keyboarding and otherbenchworkand animal procedures requiring fine finger manipulation.

Application Process:

Please apply online, and search for R0084606. Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website.Complete an application online with the following documents:

• CV/Resume

• Cover Letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all the required documents will not receive full consideration.

References will be completed via UVA's standardized process SkillSurvey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process.A minimum of three are required.

For information regarding the position or the application process, please contact Jessica Speth, Academic Recruiter, js9rk@virginia.edu.

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.