Biomedical Research Technician – GPCR & Molecular Assays

University of South Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Florida is seeking a laboratory professional to perform a variety of experiments involving standard molecular biology techniques across disciplines such as molecular biology, microbiology, genomics, physiology, and pathology. The role requires practical and theoretical knowledge to modify methods in consultation with the PI, and to generate publication-quality data and figures.

The ideal candidate will conduct GPCR signaling studies, perform qPCR and Western blotting, manage

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, or related field.
• SB 1310 Florida legislation allows substitution of work experience for education in eligibility
• Direct experience requirements may be substituted by years of direct experience as per SB 1310
• Related work experience may not substitute for licensure, certification, or registration requirements per the job posting.

Responsibilities

• Perform lab experiments investigating GPCR signaling pathways, including TAS2R-mediated responses.
• Conduct cellular and biochemical assays (cell culture, qPCR, Western blotting) to evaluate receptor activity.
• Assist studies on GPCR roles in disease mechanisms such as cancer, inflammation, and respiratory disorders.

Skills

GPCR signaling

Cell signaling analysis

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology; molecular biology; biochemistry; pharmacology; or related field

Tools

Cell culture

qPCR

Western blotting

Job description

University of South Florida is seeking a laboratory professional to perform a variety of experiments involving standard molecular biology techniques across disciplines such as molecular biology, microbiology, genomics, physiology, and pathology. The role requires practical and theoretical knowledge to modify methods in consultation with the PI, and to generate publication-quality data and figures.

The ideal candidate will conduct GPCR signaling studies, perform qPCR and Western blotting, manage