Molecular & Cell Biology Research Specialist II

Medical University of South Carolina

Charleston (SC)

Hybrid

USD 63,653,000 - 107,921,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Research Specialist II in Charleston to perform complex biological procedures in a basic science lab and contribute to translational research on lambda interferon signaling.

Under supervision, you will optimize protocols, prepare results for presentation, and occasionally work weekends. A bachelor’s degree in life sciences and prior lab experience are preferred for this role.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or related life/health science preferred.
Experience in a laboratory setting is required.
Experience with primary and established cell culture techniques including cell expansion, transfection and characterization.
Proficiency with molecular biology techniques including DNA/RNA isolation, PCR/qRT-PCR, and cloning.
Experience with protein and cellular assays (western blotting, flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy).
Familiarity with analysis of biologic datasets, including proteomic and transcriptomic data.

Responsibilities

Maintain, expand and characterize mammalian primary cells and cell lines under sterile culture conditions.
Perform cellular and molecular biology techniques including RNA/DNA isolation, DNA cloning, PCR/qRT-PCR, western blotting, flow cytometry and fluorescence microscopy.
Document experimental procedures and data in electronic notebook; analyze data and perform statistics using software like GraphPad; participate in meetings and prepare results for presentations/publications.
Assist with day-to-day laboratory operations, inventory management, ordering of reagents and equipment maintenance.