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Research Associate
Virginia Tech | |
United States, Virginia, Blacksburg | |
300 Turner Street Northwest (Show on map) | |
February 21, 2023 | |
Job Description The Roberts Glyco-Diversity Lab within the Department of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics is seeking a highly motivated research associate who will aid in lab-related tasks for two years. The Roberts Glyco-Diversity Lab is aiming to investigate the sugar outer coating on all eukaryotic cells known as the glycocalyx, which is important in cell-matrix and cell-cell interactions. Glycocalyx biopolymers are ubiquitous in the body and dysregulated in pathological states, such as cancer. We are particularly interested in its role in cancer and other pathologies within the central nervous system. We project to be a highly interdisciplinary team, with members and collaborators who are experts in areas including cancer, imaging, behavior, and clinical care. Thus, strong communication and organization skills are highly desired. The research associate will assist with building the lab, ordering, animal colony management, experimental design, and execution, training new lab members, maintaining IACUC/IRB protocols, as well as preparing manuscripts and proposals. Required Qualifications - MS degree in a discipline related to the subject matter. Preferred Qualifications - Experience with cell culture and histological techniques, Pay Band Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information 45,000 Review Date 1/31/2023 Additional Information Applicants must apply online at (posting 522997) and provide a cover letter, resume/CV, research statement, contributions to advancing diversity and inclusion statement, and three professional references. 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 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 , a , a college, , and . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous and . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation, please contact Cristina Rosa Castaner at crosa@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event. |