Cell Biology Research Support Specialist

Stony Brook University; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Research Support Specialist at Stony Brook University supports routine laboratory research and daily operations in the Lab of Dr. Min-Guk Cho within the Department of Pharmacological Sciences and Cancer Center.

The role involves following defined protocols, operating equipment, data collation, and contributing to experimental optimization with strong teamwork and independence. Limited animal-related work may be introduced.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (foreign equivalent or higher).
• Bench Research Experience in Biology, molecular biology, cell biology, biotechnology or related field.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture or basic cell and molecular biology techniques

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.
• Maintain laboratory supplied, 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/compliance activities. After appropriate training, may assist with limited animal-related procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

Job description

The Research Support Specialist at Stony Brook University supports routine laboratory research and daily operations in the Lab of Dr. Min-Guk Cho within the Department of Pharmacological Sciences and Cancer Center.

The role involves following defined protocols, operating equipment, data collation, and contributing to experimental optimization with strong teamwork and independence. Limited animal-related work may be introduced.