Cancer Genomics Research Specialist II

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invites applications for a Research Specialist II in the Huimin Zhang laboratory. The role involves conducting molecular and cellular biology experiments, mammalian cell culture, data analysis, and preparing reports for the research team.

The successful candidate will contribute to cancer and genome stability projects, participate in collaborative work, and help advance therapeutic strategies targeting DNA damage responses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related life science.
• Hands-on experience with PCR, cloning, Western blotting, cell culture, and microscopy.
• Master's degree or equivalent research experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute molecular and cellular biology experiments.
• Maintain mammalian cell cultures and perform cell-based assays.
• Coordinate lab resources and manage inventory.
• Operate and calibrate lab equipment and ensure safety compliance.
• Document procedures and analyze data to support publications.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cell culture

PCR

DNA cloning

Western blot

Microscopy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or related

Master's degree or equivalent research experience

Job description

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invites applications for a Research Specialist II in the Huimin Zhang laboratory. The role involves conducting molecular and cellular biology experiments, mammalian cell culture, data analysis, and preparing reports for the research team.

The successful candidate will contribute to cancer and genome stability projects, participate in collaborative work, and help advance therapeutic strategies targeting DNA damage responses.