Virginia Commonwealth University Looking for Lab Technician (full-time), Medicines for All Institute Full Time

Medicines for All (M4ALL), a part of Virginia Commonwealth University, is an
entrepreneurial, impact-oriented institute founded with commitment to improving access to medications across the globe by driving down
production costs. We do this, in part, by developing low-cost, high-quality routes for the manufacturing of active pharmaceutical
ingredients (APIs).

M4ALL is in search of a meticulous and team-oriented Lab Technician to bolster our research endeavors. This role
encompasses a diverse range of responsibilities, from hands-on laboratory work to administrative tasks.

As a Lab
Technician, the key responsibilities are:

•   Ensure the laboratory is stocked with necessary materials for all projects.
•   Adhere to and enforce all laboratory safety and standard operating procedures.
•   Support the lab manager in safety
  inspections and initiatives.
•   Contribute to overall laboratory efficiency.
•   Prepare and analyze samples and
  experiments.
•   Conduct lab experiments and understand organic synthesis.
•   Monitor and maintain laboratory equipment.
•   Handle clerical tasks essential for daily lab operations.
•   Collaborate with research personnel on complex
  experiments, procedures, and data management.
•   Support the project team in creating presentations and reports.
•   Oversee chemical procurement, inventory management, and lab maintenance.
•   Document experiments meticulously in our electronic
  lab notebook system, adhering to quality guidelines.
•   Engage in daily lab maintenance and other tasks aligned with our mission.

As a team member, all that you do will be aligned with VCU’s and M4ALL’s core values:

•   Mission-First: Our organization and our work are in service of our mission.
•   Integrity: We pursue the
  highest standards of honesty, respect, and professional and scholarly ethics
•   Safety: We are diligent in ensuring the
  safety of our team in our day-to-day work
•   People: We treat each other with respect, and we are committed to creating
  opportunities for our people to develop and thrive.
•   Customer Service: We operate with our customers in mind and build
  our products and services to meet their needs.
•   Adaptable: We are willing to change – as individuals and as an
  organization – to adapt to new opportunities and new ideas.
•   Healthy Communication: We are boldly transparent, seeking
  to understand and to build understanding, striving for clarity and impact.
•   Collaborative: We believe that
  collaboration, internally and externally, is going to deliver the highest quality solutions for our customers.

Required Qualifications

•   B.S. in Chemistry or a related field, or equivalent training and work
  experience.
•   Completion of college-level coursework in Chemistry, including Organic Chemistry 1 and 2, or equivalent
  professional experience.
•   Familiarity with standard chemistry lab instruments and techniques.
•   Proficiency in
  Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel.
•   Demonstrated commitment to integrity.
•   Exceptional attention to
  detail and a history of precise scientific documentation.
•   Comprehensive understanding of chemical and lab safety protocols.
•    Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
•   Capability to work both independently and
  collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
•   Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•   Commitment to
  promoting a diverse and inclusive environment.

Preferred Qualifications

•   Experience in formatting
  and editing scientific papers and presentations.
•   Familiarity with the creation of SOPs and other technical documents.
•   Proclivity for staying updated with relevant scientific literature.M4ALL is seeking a collaborative and thorough professional to
  contribute to our research teams in further expanding our ability to make an impact on access to medicines around the world. This position
  provides a full range of specialized technical support in a large array of areas, including organic synthesis, bench experimentation, safe
  laboratory practices, good documentation practices, lab management and lab hygiene, analytical chemistry and data interpretation

Benefits that make M4ALL & VCU a great place to work
VCU offers a competitive package that includes an
expansive array of benefits options including group health, dental, life and disability insurance, flexible reimbursement accounts,
retirement plans, as well as paid time off.

Hiring Range: $40,500 – $55,000, commensurate with experience and
qualifications

Through this exciting experience, you will have the opportunities to:

•   Gain experience
  working with a highly experienced team of senior chemists/leadership with decades of combined academic and industrial experience
•   Work in top-of-the-line research facilities
•   Join a rapidly growing organization that has a significant impact around the
  globe.

Position Details:
Department:  Medicines for All, Office of the Vice President for Research &
Innovation
Employment Type:  UF – University Employee FT
Job Family: Research
University Job Title: Lab Technician
Series
Hiring Range: $40,500 – $55,000
Schedule: 40 hours/week
Restricted Status:  Yes
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
ORP
Eligible: No