Research Assistant

Position Responsibilities:

The Department of Surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University is recruiting a research assistant to work with a growing research program under the sponsorship and guidance of Dr. Arturo Cardounel. Research focus of the laboratory is in cardiovascular disease utilizing cell culture, animal models and human tissue samples. Project focus is on micro-transplantation. This position will be responsible carrying out experiments and assist with lab compliance and regulatory documentation.

Required Qualifications:

- Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills.
- Evidence of excellent organizational skills.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Prior experience in a research environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Animal handling experience a plus
- Experience with isolated heart models, western blotting and protein purification a plus.

Typical Physical and Cognitive Requirements:

Light Lifting (<20 lbs): Essential
Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs): Marginal
Heavy Lifting (>50 lbs): N/A
Pushing/Pulling: Marginal
Standing: Essential
Sitting: Essential
Repetitive Motion: Essential
Walking: Essential
Climbing: Marginal
Reaching: Essential
Bending: Essential

Average Pace: Essential
Multiple Stimuli: Essential
Intense Customer Interaction: Essential
Frequent Change: Essential
Mental/Sensory Demands: Essential
Memory: Essential
Reasoning: Essential
Hearing: Essential
Reading: Essential
Analyzing: Essential
Logic: Essential
Verbal Communication: Essential
Written Communication: Essential

Job Specific Physical and Cognitive Requirements:

Light Lifting (<20 lbs): Essential
Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs): Marginal
Heavy Lifting (>50 lbs): N/A
Pushing/Pulling: Marginal
Standing: Essential
Sitting: Essential
Repetitive Motion: Essential
Walking: Essential
Climbing: Marginal
Reaching: Essential
Bending: Essential
Average Pace: Essential
Multiple Stimuli: Essential
Intense Customer Interaction: Essential
Frequent Change: Essential
Mental/Sensory Demands: Essential
Memory: Essential
Reasoning: Essential
Hearing: Essential
Reading: Essential
Analyzing: Essential
Logic: Essential
Verbal Communication: Essential
Written Communication: Essential

Salary Range: $11-$15



Position Details:

Department: Surgery
Employment Type: H1 - Hourly
Restricted Status: No
FTE: 0.50
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt



Contact Information:

Contact Name: Jessica Carey

Contact Email: jessica.carey@vcuhealth.org

Contact Phone: (804)828-9662