Research Assistant

Posting Details

Job Code/Title 82751 - H - Labs/Research Assistant 1 Position Number HU1330 Working Title Research Assistant Department Forensic Science Organizational Overview

At VCU, we Make it Real through learning, research, creativity, service and discovery — the hallmarks of the VCU experience. A premier, urban, public research university nationally recognized as one of the best employers for diversity, VCU is a great place to work. It’s a place of opportunity, where your success is supported and your career can thrive. VCU offers employees a generous leave package, career paths for advancement, competitive pay, and an opportunity to do mission-driven work.

Recruitment Pool All Applicants Anticipated Hiring Range $13 Campus Monroe Park Campus Position Type Hourly Hours/Week 29 hours max Normal work days Monday - Friday Normal work hours 8am - 5pm Job Category Research Does this position provide patient or clinical services to the VCU Health System? No Does this position require a pre-placement medical assessment? No Is any portion of this position grant-funded? Yes - Continuation of this position depends on funding of the grant. Sensitive Position No Resource Critical No Description of the Job

The Department of Forensic Science, Dr. Peace’s Lab is looking to hire a Research Assistant with knowledge of instrument maintenance and administrative support skills.

Required Qualifications

Instrument maintenance on GCMS .

Safety and chemical hygiene experience.

Knowledge in the handling of controlled substances.

Quality assurance program maintenance.

Wet bench techniques.

Must be able to work in a diverse environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Instrument maintenance on LCMS .

Job Open Date 03/30/2021 Remove from posting on or before Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Additional Information Quick Link https://www.vcujobs.com/postings/104657 Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Explain your experience maintaining a quality assurance program in a lab.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
2. * Explain your experience maintaining instrumentation.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
3. * Explain your experience handling controlled substances.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   

Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Resume

Optional Documents