UVA Health
Location
Albemarle County, Virginia
The incumbent will manage the lab’s animal colony, perform genotyping, contribute to data analysis, and conduct molecular studies. Additionally, they will assist in training graduate students.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with at least 1 year of lab experience, which may include student experience. A bachelor's degree will be considered in lieu of experience.
Jobs in this group are typically responsible for conducting and managing research activities across various disciplines. They design and implement studies, support research activities, analyze data, and contribute to advancing knowledge and innovation in their respective fields.
The Lukens lab in the Department of Neuroscience and the Center of Brain Immunology and Glia (BIG) at the University of Virginia is seeking to hire a motivated and detail-oriented Lab Tech/Specialist varying levels to perform and assist with animal colony management, data analysis, and experiments. The Lukens lab is investigating the role of neuroinflammation in Alzheimer’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and traumatic brain injury. Hiring level will be dependent on experience.
The incumbent will be responsible for managing the lab’s animal colony, genotyping, contributing to data analysis, performing molecular studies, and helping to train Graduate Students.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent Experience: At least 1 year of lab experience, which may include student experience. Bachelor's degree will be considered in lieu of experience. Physical Demands This position can spend extensive periods of time standing and squatting while conducting experiments or caring for animals. It also requires keyboarding and other bench work and animal procedures requiring finer finger manipulation. Position Type & Work Location This is a benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits. This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability. This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site. About UVA and the Community To learn more about UVA and in the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA. Application Timeline Application review will begin after October 1, 2025. Additional Requirements Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0076838. Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. Complete an application with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration. Reference Check Process Reference checks will be completed by UVA’s third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required. Contact For questions about the application process, please contact Jon Freeman, jf2sw@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.
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