UNIV - Research Specialist I - Department of Pharmacology & Immunology

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

4d • $37,944 - $60,690

About The Position

The Research Specialist I will work closely with the Principal Investigator to generate molecular biology reagents and assist with animal experiments for the lab’s projects. The role involves molecular biology and wet-lab operations, mouse work, and general laboratory operations. The ideal candidate has prior knowledge of DNA processing, molecular cloning, flow cytometry, and mouse imaging.

Requirements

• High school diploma and two years of work experience in a clinical or research setting; a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or another natural, life, or health care science may substitute for the required two years of experience.
• Ability to work rotating shifts as required.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to learn and use new processes, tools, and equipment as required.
• Ability to perform the listed physical duties, including lifting and moving materials and equipment, working in confined spaces and temperature extremes, and meeting the specified vision, hearing, mobility, and respirator-use requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Prior knowledge of DNA processing, molecular cloning, flow cytometry, and mouse imaging.
• Bachelor’s degree in science or arts.

Responsibilities

• Perform molecular cloning and miniprep and maxiprep of DNA.
• Run PCRs and gel extractions.
• Prepare bacterial culture medium and agar plates.
• Keep mouse records and maintain mouse inventory.
• Monitor mice throughout experiments.
• Measure BLI and assist with tumor collection and processing.
• Organize laboratory space and track lab reagents and materials.
• Receive laboratory orders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED