Spatial Biology Core (SBC) is seeking a Lab Specialist or Lab Specialist Intermediate. The SBC is a core facility that supports research in spatial transcriptome and proteome analysis, multiplex analysis, and stem cell -iPSC-derived cell development projects. Our laboratory is composed of instruments such as nCounter, CosMx (Nanostring/Bruker), CytAssist – Visium V2 and HD (10x Genomics), and IsoPlexis (Bruker). The Lab Specialist will assist with sample preparation for all spatial analyses, including immune stain, data analysis, lab organization, and maintenance.

Responsibilities include:

Conduct experiments to support research projects.Support sample preparation for spatial biology and omics analysis.Preparation of QC documents, including study reports and method validationsWork together with PIs, postdoctoral, and graduate students.

Lab Specialist will provide critical support for the laboratory and carry out daily activities that include but are not restricted to:

Immunofluorescence and multiplex analysis in a tissue section.In situ hybridization (ISH).RNA extraction.Single-cell isolation.Cell culture skills.Excellent record-keeping skillsExceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Lab Specialist:

Education: Bachelor's degree.

Experience: 3 years of experience. 6 years of lab-related experience accepted in lieu of degree.

Lab Specialist Intermediate:

Education: Bachelor's degree.

Experience: 6 years of experience in a lab technician role. Master's degree may substitute for required experience. 9 years of lab-related experience accepted in lieu of degree.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate-level education.Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology or Histology background.2+ years’ experience in the skills listed above.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position can spend extensive periods of time standing and squatting while conducting experiments or caring for animals. Also requires keyboarding and other bench work and animal procedures requiring finer finger manipulation.  

This is a restricted position and is dependent upon project need, availability of funding and performance. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit https://hr.virginia.edu/benefits.   

This position will remain open until filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. A completed pre-employment health screen is required for this position prior to employment.

TO APPLY

Please apply through Careers at UVA, and search for R0065001. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching 'Find Jobs'. Complete an application online with the following documents:

CV or ResumeCover letter

Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process Skill Survey during the final phase of the interview process. For questions about the application process, please contact Jeremy Brofft, Senior Recruiting Specialist at xmf9ad@virginia.edu.

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