Research Technician
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Job no: 531896
Work type: Staff
Senior management: College of Veterinary Medicine
Department: Biomedical Science
Location: Blacksburg, Virginia
Categories: Research / Scientific
The Wang lab in the Department of Biomedical Sciences and Pathobiology at Virginia Tech is seeking a full-time research assistant to work on the pathogenesis of staphylococcal infections, extracellular membrane vesicles (MVs), and vaccine development. The successful applicant will be expected to use multiple approaches involved microbiology, molecular and cell biology, and animal models to investigate the biological roles of MVs in S. aureus pathogenesis and to assess the efficiency of vaccine candidate against S. aureus infections. In addition to the research role, the candidate is also expected to have the responsibilities of a Lab Manager include ordering supplies, preparing solutions, organizing and maintaining biosafety records and equipment
• Previous experience in bacterial pathogenesis and molecular biology is preferred.
• Ability to work with small animals including handling, restraining, tissue harvesting, monitoring animal welfare.
• Ability to perform molecular cloning, bacterial and cell cultures, DNA and protein electrophoresis, western blot, ELISA analysis.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, infectious diseases, or related field with relevant experience will be considered.
• Previous laboratory experience in bacteria-host interactions, extracellular membrane vesicles, and animal studies
Pay band 3; to commensurate with experience
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 the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; 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.
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If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Xiaogang Wang at xgwang@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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