The Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Virginia’s (UVA) School of Medicine, seeks highly-motivated, engaged candidates for either a Lab Specialist, Lab Specialist Intermediate, or Senior Lab Specialist to conduct research in the Larner/Genetta Lab. We have identified the transcription factor and master regulator of the epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT), ZEB1 as a key molecule that functions directly in the repair of double-stranded Breaks by recruiting the repair pathway- choice protein 53BP1.

A background in molecular genetics/gene regulation is preferred but not required; candidate should have demonstrated proficiency in standard biochemical and molecular techniques. The successful applicant will be expected to independently design, execute and critically interpret experiments and to work both independently and as part of a team. This is an ideal position for someone with an interest in pursuing research as a career and/or graduate studies in molecular genetics-related fields. Genuine, tangible contributions will lead to authorship.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Perform and assist with experiments involving cell culture, Western blotting, DNA and RNA isolation, PCR and quantitative PCR.

• Work with the senior scientists to develop methodologies and protocol for ongoing lab projects.

• Assist with the collection and entry of data in electronic media.

• Order lab supplies.

• Perform routine laboratory maintenance.

• Perform routine laboratory data analysis and procedures.

• Independently prepare solutions and reagents.

• Ultimately, be responsible for their own research project.

• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Minimum requirements for Lab Specialist:

Education: Bachelor's degree.

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

Anticipated hiring range for this level: $15/hour-$21.86/hour

Minimum requirements for 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.

Anticipated hiring range for this level: $45,302-$58,836 commensurate with education and experience.

Minimum requirements for Senior Lab Specialist:

Education: Bachelor's degree.

Experience: 9 years of experience in a lab technician role. May substitute with Master's or Terminal degree plus 4 years of experience in a lab technician role and supervisory experience. 12 years of lab-related experience accepted in lieu of degree.

Anticipated hiring range for this level: $50,000-$67, 585 commensurate with education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications Include:

Experience with:

• RT-PCR based assays

• FLOW Cytometry/FACS

• Protein analysis/Immunological techniques

• Tissue culture techniques

• Histological techniques/IF staining

• Microscopy techniques/Analysis

• Enzymatic assays/micro-titer plate-based analysis

• Working with Tumor models

• Animal handling (mice) and compliance

• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as standard computer literacy.

• Some Leadership and supervisory ability

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.

For additional information about the position, please contact Thomas Genetta .

This position is located in Charlottesville, VA .

The anticipated start date is immediate. This position is a restricted position and is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance. This is a full-time, benefited position. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit hr.virginia.edu/benefits.

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

To Apply

Please apply through Workday, and search for R0047568. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching ‘Find Jobs.’ Complete an application online with the following documents:

• CV

• 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 required documents will not receive full consideration.

References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process Skill Survey. A total of three references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process.

For questions about the application process, please contact Jessica Russo , Recruiter.

For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/.

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