Research Support Specialist
About The Position
The Research Support Specialist supports research projects in the Department of Pathology and the Cancer Center studying mechanisms of carcinogenesis and cancer therapy resistance using cell culture and mouse models. Under the supervision of the PI, the incumbent operates equipment, performs tests within defined protocols, and collates and interprets data using specialized research methods. The role also involves providing technical laboratory support and animal handling, collecting and validating observations and measurements, preparing reports for review, and keeping current with relevant literature and experimental results. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology, or a closely related field.
- Experience with research activities, including specialized training in biochemistry, cell biology, cancer biology, and/or molecular biology.
- Laboratory experience with one or more of the following: cell culture, PCR, Western blot, flow cytometry analysis, ELISA, immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence staining, and/or cell transfection.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, strong organizational and time-management skills, and exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, using a collaborative approach to problem solving.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree or foreign equivalent in biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology, or a closely related field.
- Laboratory experience with mouse handling, mouse genotyping, transgenic and knockout mouse line maintenance, and/or mouse tumor model experiments.
Responsibilities
- Conduct experiments and provide technical laboratory support and/or animal handling to assist with experiments.
- Operate equipment and carry out test procedures within defined test or analytical protocols.
- Collect data; detect, record, and validate observations and measurements; and prepare reports for supervisor and/or PI review.
- Perform literature searches and stay current in the field by reading and discussing literature and experimental results with the supervisor and/or PI.
- Complete other duties or projects as assigned.
Benefits
- The posting refers applicants to the university's WHY WORK HERE page to learn about total rewards, but does not specify individual benefits.
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Job Type
Full-time
