Biological Laboratory Technician - Department of Biochemistry

The Department of Biochemistry at West Virginia University Research Corporation is currently accepting applications for a Biological Laboratory Technician

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated research technician to join our NIH-funded laboratory, located within the Health Science Center of WVU in Morgantown, WV. Our research focuses on investigating the functions of molecular motor proteins in visual and auditory mechanisms. Our lab uses a combination of in vitro reconstitution, single-molecule biophysics, quantitative imaging, and cell biological approaches to pursue these questions.

The selected candidate will work with the Principal Investigator (PI) to understand the roles of molecular motors in the vision and hearing processes. We also strive to identify new molecular targets for treatments for both congenital and acquired deaf-blindness. You will help the team in research supplies and lab logistics. You will also actively participate in the ongoing research including regular presentation at our weekly group meetings.

At WVU Research Corporation, we strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU Research Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to suit your needs:

• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• Paid Time off (PTO)
• 403(b) retirement savings with a fully vested 3% employee contribution match, (Employees have the option of contributing an additional 1-3% of their earnings to the plan, which is also matched by the WVURC)
• A range of health insurance and other benefits
• Dependent Education Scholarship
• WVU Perks

What You'll Do

• Maintenance of cell lines, protein expression and purification
• Conducting quantitative experiments under the direction of the PI
• Generating constructs for expressing proteins in eukaryotic cells
• Preparation of reagents as needed
• Willing to assist in mentoring junior lab members
• Ordering and stocking of chemicals including maintenance of inventories
• Overall maintenance of laboratory as a part of the team

• Bachelors in life sciences or related field.
• A minimum of six (6) months of experience working in a research laboratory, Undergraduate research/laboratory
  experience acceptable.
  
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of laboratory environment and appropriate procedures
• Knowledge in general cell biology and molecular techniques
• Ability to prepare reagents
• Ability to use Microsoft office and other related lab software/applications
• Skilled at using general laboratory equipment
• Good organization skills and self-motivation
• Willingness and ability to learn new protocols/procedures in a rapid manner
• Ability to get along with others in a group setting

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of lab research experience including molecular cloning and protein purification is preferred.

The WVURC was created as a not-for-profit corporation in 1985 to support research (R1) at West Virginia University. We provide evaluation, development, patenting, management, and marketing services for inventions of the faculty, staff and students of the University.

The WVURC receives and administers funds awarded by external agencies for research and other activities and is responsible for helping protect intellectual property through patents, copyrights and licensing agreements for start-up companies based on University research.

West Virginia University Research Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among its employees and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.