Neuroscience Research Specialist: Rodent Models & Molecular

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Carolina's Department of Drug Discovery and Biomedical Sciences in the College of Pharmacy is seeking to hire a Research Specialist to join our team.

Under general supervision, the role supports laboratory-based research focused on neurodevelopmental mechanisms underlying addiction, executing established experimental procedures using pre-clinical rodent models and molecular, cellular, and imaging techniques, to generate reliable data and maintain efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in rodent models, molecular biology, and behavioral analysis.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Highly motivated; able to work independently and in a team.
• Experience supporting laboratory-based research in neurodevelopmental studies.

Responsibilities

• Execute established experimental procedures using rodent models and molecular, cellular, and imaging techniques.
• Generate reliable data and support funded research activities.
• Maintain efficient laboratory operations and documentation.

Skills

Rodent models

Molecular biology

Behavioral analysis

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Job description

The University of South Carolina's Department of Drug Discovery and Biomedical Sciences in the College of Pharmacy is seeking to hire a Research Specialist to join our team.

Under general supervision, the role supports laboratory-based research focused on neurodevelopmental mechanisms underlying addiction, executing established experimental procedures using pre-clinical rodent models and molecular, cellular, and imaging techniques, to generate reliable data and maintain efficient operations.