The Peace Lab in the Department of Forensic Science, College of Humanities and Sciences at Virginia Commonwealth University, seeks a full-time Research Associate to work on an externally-funded project. Note: This is a restricted position and continued employment is contingent upon the availability of funds.

The position falls under the Laboratory/Research Technician classification within VCU’s Research and Innovation job family. For additional details, please visit VCU Human Resources’ Job Family and Salary Ranges, site.

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Typical Duties:

The research associate will be responsible for conducting wet lab experiments, sample preparation, and instrumental analyses, as directed. They will conduct instrument maintenance and provide administrative support, as necessary. This person will also support communications with partnering agencies, data dissemination, manuscript writing and coordinating projects to complete aims in a timely fashion.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field
• Sample and reagent preparation techniques, instrument maintenance on GCMS, data reduction, safety and chemical hygiene program experience, handling of controlled substances, quality assurance program maintenance, strong communication skills (written and oral), training new staff, RedCap database entry
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a member of VCU

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on an LC-MSMS, inventory management, ordering and receiving
• Experience giving public presentations, either poster or platform

Salary Range: $42,500 to $45,000

Benefits: All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Hours per Week: 40

Restricted Position: Yes

ORP Eligible: No

Flexible Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite

University Job Title: 3405B - Lab/Research Technician Base

Contact Information:
Contact Name:  Michelle Peace
Contact Email:   mrpeace@vcu.edu