The Department of Pharmacology at the University of Virginia is seeking a motivated undergraduate student worker to work in the lab of Dr. John Fu (zf6n@virginia.edu). This is an entry level position and will be taught necessary skills and will be provided with lab safety training. This position will focus on biochemical analysis of proteins and microscopic analysis of cellular structures. Basic duties will include protein electrophoresis, Western blotting, fluorescence microscopy and imaging. The student is also expected to help manage lab supplies. Being detail oriented, meticulous, focused, and well-organized are necessary traits for this position.

Start and End Date: 11/01/2026 - 10/31/2028

Hours per week: Flexible, 6-12 hours per week depending on the workload. The blocks of 2-3 hours or longer are preferred due to time required to complete experimental procedures.   

Wage Range: $15-18/hr, depending on experience.

To Apply: Please attach a CV/Resume and a Cover Letter including weekly availability.

This position will require a Health Screen. Please refer to the University Health Screen Policy.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Resume, cover letter, weekly availability required.

Education: Current undergrad UVA student

Experience: None Licensure: None

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

This position requires extensive periods of time focusing on multi-steps procedures. Work procedures require finer finger manipulation, such as micro pipetting and sample loading and imaging cells and organelles under microscope.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.