Organoid Core Research Technician (GI Tissues)

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

MUSC Health in Charleston, SC seeks a Research Technician to establish, expand, and maintain organoid cultures from gastrointestinal tissues. You will process tissue samples, generate organoid lines, and ensure quality control while collaborating with principal investigators across the MUSC campus.

The role emphasizes SOP development, documentation, and ongoing process improvement within a collaborative core facility focused on translational organoid research.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements: A high school diploma and two years work experience in a clinical or research setting; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for the two years of required experience.
• Preferred qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field, lab research experience, sterile technique, and strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team in a core organoid facility.

Responsibilities

• Process mammalian tissue samples to establish and maintain organoid cultures.
• Perform routine organoid culture, passaging, cryopreservation, recovery, and quality control procedures.
• Develop and optimize SOPs to ensure reproducibility across the core.
• Maintain accurate lab records, inventories, and electronic databases; ensure safety and quality compliance.
• Support daily operations, inventory management, and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Organoid culture

Tissue processing

Laboratory techniques

Data analysis

Documentation

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Tools

Sterile technique

Cryopreservation

SOP development

Job description

MUSC Health in Charleston, SC seeks a Research Technician to establish, expand, and maintain organoid cultures from gastrointestinal tissues. You will process tissue samples, generate organoid lines, and ensure quality control while collaborating with principal investigators across the MUSC campus.

The role emphasizes SOP development, documentation, and ongoing process improvement within a collaborative core facility focused on translational organoid research.