UNIV - Research Specialist I - Department of Pharmacology & Immunology

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Haque Lab at the Medical University of South Carolina and the Veterans Affairs plans to examine (a) Immune Evasion by B-cell Lymphoma, and (b) Neuroimmune aspects of neurodegenerative events using in vitro and in vivo systems. This Research Specialist I position will involve providing technical assistance to the Principal Investigator in inflammation, cancer, and neurodegeneration research, as well as supporting lab protocols and routine lab maintenance.

Requirements

• A high school diploma and two years work experience in a clinical or research setting; a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or other natural, life or health care science may be substituted for the two years of required experience.
• Perform experiments as assigned by the Principal Investigator.
• Assist and provide skilled technical support, analyze and record results/data, participate in development of experimental procedures, prepare lab protocols, mouse and rat handling, and maintain inventory of laboratory supplies.
• Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree in biology or other life or health care science with biology research experience.

Responsibilities

• Directly responsible for experimental sample preparation and analysis using biochemical, immunological, and molecular assays on blood samples, fresh tissue, and cultured cells.
• Responsible for daily operations to include the efficient use of instrumentation, ordering, shipments, and inventory of laboratory supplies.
• Participate in research with animal models, tissue culture, gene transfer in primary and established cell lines.
• Responsible for preparation of experimental reports, assisting with lab protocols, manuscripts, and grants as they arise.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees