Hourly Research Technician - School of Medicine, Neurosurgery

• →Performs quantitative analyses of brain scans, which requires proficiency in neuroanatomy.
• →Assists with research studies, experiments and assays, including collection of data and behavioral/cognitive testing.
• →Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
• →Performs data entry and maintains data files on research.
• →Presents timely research data at lab meetings.
• →Contributes research data to publications, grant submissions, and conference presentations.
• →Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree and up to one year of experience in a laboratory setting or an equivalent combination of education and experience equaling four years.
• Expertise in neuroanatomy and the quantitative analyses of brain scans (magnetic resonance imaging).
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team member, and to communicate effectively with laboratory staff and investigators.
• Ability to maintain complete and organized records/reports.
• Working knowledge of computer software and general lab equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and to foster 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 staff member at VCU.

• Bachelor’s Degree with a major in biology, animal science, chemistry, biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology, or related disciplines.

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