Laboratory and Research Specialist II
Laboratory and Research Specialist II
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Job Description
Job Description
This position is located at the Alson H. Smith Jr. Agricultural Research and Extension Center in Winchester Virginia. Position requires knowledge of a wide range of laboratory analytical methods and instrumentation to support viticulture grape pathology tree fruit pathology and tree fruit horticulture programs. Responsibilities include collecting and analyzing plants and plant soil and other biological samples for physical biological and chemical properties such as flavor metabolites nutrient composition organic acids and plant pathogens. The role involves utilizing methodologies and instruments including nucleic acid extraction in vitro propagation genetic transformation PCR qRT-PCR ddPCR gel electrophoresis gas chromatography (GC) high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) spectrophotometry scanning electron microscopy autoclaving and automated titration. We expect this person to also aid in the development implementation and upkeep and sharing of lab protocols. Reagents and standards are stocked and kept current; equipment is maintained and calibrated as necessary; and methods are obtained developed and refined as necessary for precision and reproducibility. Properly formatted results are provided to principal scientists in a timely manner. The person hired to this position will also train students and wage employees in the proper use of lab equipment and professional work behavior in a research lab. The hired person will serve as our primary laboratory safety officer to ensure that Safety Data Sheets are updated and readily available for all labs and that all full-time staff and faculty are updated quarterly on safety training required for their positions. Serve as primary liaison for personnel from Environmental Health and Safety annual inspection and hazardous waste pickup.
Required Qualifications
Experience in molecular biology biochemistry chemistry biology horticulture environmental science or related field of study with training using PCR qRT-PCR HPLC UPLC or other molecular and/or analytical procedures and instrumentation. The candidate must also have training or demonstrated experience in Good Lab Practices (GLPs) and Microsoft Office or similar software used for data handling. Candidate will have experience with routine calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment troubleshooting equipment problems with company representatives and developing implementing and/or improving laboratory procedures. Candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills but be capable of working independently with a high degree of self-motivation. The successful candidate will possess excellent problem solving and both written and verbal communication skills. Must be willing on occasion to work on weekends or beyond regular work hours.
Preferred Qualifications
Master of Science degree or Terminal degree (PhD) in molecular biology chemistry biochemistry or analytical chemistry. Additional training or work experience in molecular biology plant physiology bioinformatics agricultural research scientific writing as through published research papers familiarity with SAS R JMP Sigma Plot or other statistical analysis and plotting software.
Pay Band
4
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
$46000 - 56000; commensurate with experience
Hours per week
40
Review Date
July 20 2025; open until filled.
Additional Information
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 36000 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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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
