Job Description The Shin Lab at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute (VTC, Virginia Tech Carilion) is seeking a full-time Research Assistant to support neuroscience projects and oversee day‑to‑day laboratory operations. This professional research position is an excellent opportunity for individuals with strong laboratory skills who enjoy working in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment. Lab Website: The successful candidate will play a central role in supporting research projects, managing the mouse colony, and serving as the “go‑to” person for lab trainees. We are particularly interested in candidates with hands‑on experience in stereotaxic surgery and mouse handling. Key Responsibilities Perform stereotaxic surgeries and behavioral assays in mouse models. Carry out molecular and cellular techniques, including molecular cloning, brain sectioning, cardiac perfusion, and immunohistochemistry. Conduct tissue culture and assist in viral vector (AAV, Lentivirus) preparation. Maintain detailed, accurate experimental records in compliance with IBC and IACUC protocols. Contribute to research team meetings, problem‑solving, and data quality improvement. Manage a large transgenic mouse breeding colony: genotyping, welfare monitoring, and record‑keeping. Ensure the lab is well‑organized, compliant with regulations, and that protocols are up to date. Support and train new lab members in experimental and safety procedures. Required Qualifications Proven experience with mouse handling and stereotaxic surgery. Strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a research team. Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Preferred Qualifications Degree or coursework in biosciences, neuroscience, biology, or a related field with substantial laboratory experience. Prior experience in an academic biomedical research setting. Pay Band 3 Overtime Status Non‑Exempt: Eligible for overtime Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information Commensurate with Experience Hours per week 40 Review Date 9/5/2025 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands‑on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem‑solvers. A comprehensive land‑grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Brittany Shelton at sheltb@vtc.vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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