The Department of Pediatrics seeks a highly qualified Lab Specialist to work in the Ray laboratory at the Child Health Research Center. The laboratory explores molecular physiology and cellular mechanisms that precipitate pediatric renal diseases, with a focus on understanding the pathogenesis of nephrotic syndrome, capillary permeability, and angiogenesis in pediatric kidney diseases. The incumbent will be expected to perform experimental procedures done in cell culture, tissue harvest from rodents, and assist in all tracks related to the maintenance of the laboratory.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Biology with at least three years’ experience. Six years of experience may be accepted in lieu of degree. Strong laboratory experience obtained at the bench in molecular and cell biology and significant experience working with rodents are required.

This is a restricted position; continuation is dependent on funding and satisfactory performance.

Priority review of applications will begin on November 16, 2021, but the position will remain open until filled.

TO APPLY:
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: please apply through Workday at the following URL, https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs , and search for requisition # R0029025. Complete an application online and attach a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, address). Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the box. The successful candidate will pass a criminal background check and pre-employment health screening.

INTERNAL UVA APPLICANTS: please apply through your Workday Home page, search “Find Jobs”, and search for requisition # R0029025. Complete an application online and attach a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, address). Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the box. The successful candidate will pass a criminal background check and pre-employment health screening.

For questions regarding the application process, please contact Michelle Williams, Senior Recruiter/Faculty Search Advisor, at mew8js@virginia.edu .

For questions regarding the position, please contact Dr. Jing Yu at jy4m@virginia.edu .

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