Research Support Specialist

Stony Brook University • Stony Brook, NY

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About The Position

The Research Support Specialist will support routine laboratory research and daily laboratory operations in the Lab of Dr. Min-Guk Cho in the Department of Pharmacological Sciences and Cancer Center. Within defined test or analytical protocols, the specialist will operate equipment, carry out test procedures, assist with laboratory operations and maintenance, and collate and interpret data. The role requires strong interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. There may be opportunities to learn new methods and contribute to the development or optimization of experimental approaches. Limited animal-related work may be introduced after appropriate training.

Employment is subject to Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines, and funding availability. This is an FLSA non-exempt position eligible for overtime provisions. The employer is unable to sponsor work visas. Applicants should include a resume/CV and cover letter with the online application.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher).
• Bench research experience in biology, molecular biology, cell biology, biotechnology, or a related field.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture or basic cell and molecular biology techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, strong organizational and time-management skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a collaborative approach to problem solving.

Nice To Haves

• Experience preparing media and reagents, processing samples, managing laboratory inventory, or maintaining research records.
• Experience with basic mouse handling or tissue collection.

Responsibilities

• Perform or assist with routine cell and molecular biology work, including mammalian cell culture, sample processing, preparation of media, buffers, and reagents, and established experimental procedures.
• Participate in learning, testing, or optimizing new techniques as appropriate to experience and training.
• Maintain laboratory supplies, samples, freezer inventories, research records, and basic equipment.
• Assist with ordering supplies and equipment and maintain related inventory and purchasing records.
• Support general laboratory organization, shared work areas, routine equipment maintenance, and established laboratory procedures.
• Participate in laboratory meetings and safety and compliance activities.
• After appropriate training, assist with limited animal-related procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time