Laboratory Technologist I

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Carolina in Columbia seeks a Laboratory Technologist I to provide technical and operational support for NIH-funded Parkinson's research. You will perform established lab procedures, prepare reagents, process tissues, and assist with mouse colony management, including genotyping and breeding records.

Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, inventory, record-keeping, and contributing to safety and regulatory compliance. Training of students may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in an academic or biomedical research setting.
• Desirable: mammalian cell culture, tissue processing, immunohistochemistry or immunofluorescence, Western blotting, PCR, biochemical assays, microscopy.
• Experience with mouse colony management and PCR-based genotyping is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and operational support for NIH-funded Parkinson's research, including sample prep and tissue processing.
• Perform established laboratory procedures and maintain accurate records.
• Support mouse colony management, genotyping, and breeding records.
• Maintain lab equipment, inventory, and safety compliance; assist with training students and staff.

Skills

Lab research experience

Cell culture

PCR genotyping

Molecular biology techniques

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or related field

Job description

Laboratory Technologist I

Laboratory Technologist I Department: CAS Biological Sciences Part/Full Time: Full Time Advertised Salary Range: About UofSC

The Laboratory Technologist I will provide technical and operational support for NIH-funded research focused on Parkinson's disease. Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and senior research personnel, the employee will perform established laboratory procedures, including preparation of reagents and biological samples, tissue processing, cell culture, molecular and biochemical assays, and other routine experimental techniques. The position will also support mouse colony management, including maintaining breeding records, coordinating breeding strategies, monitoring colony status, collecting tissue samples, performing PCR-based genotyping, and maintaining accurate genotype and colony records. Additional responsibilities will include maintenance and operation of laboratory equipment, inventory and ordering of supplies, organization of laboratory materials, record keeping, and documentation of experimental activities. The Laboratory Technologist I will also support laboratory safety and regulatory compliance, assist with training students and new laboratory personnel, and help coordinate day-to-day laboratory activities to ensure efficient and continuous research operations.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Previous laboratory research experience in an academic or biomedical research environment .
• Experience with one or more of the following is desirable: mammalian cell culture, tissue processing, immunohistochemistry or immunofluorescence, Western blotting, PCR and other molecular biology techniques, biochemical assays, microscopy, and handling of biological specimens.
• Experience working with laboratory mice, mouse colony management, breeding and record keeping, tissue collection, and PCR-based genotyping is strongly preferred.
• Candidates should demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to maintain accurate laboratory records, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary research team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Neuroscience, Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, or a closely related scientific discipline.

Job Close Date

11/04/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by November 4, 2026.

EEO Statement

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