Research Associate, Metabolic Stem Cell Biology Lab

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Retirement Programs

Paid Time Off

Job summary

North Carolina State University in Raleigh seeks a Research Associate for the Burclaff Lab to advance metabolism and stem cell biology studies. You will manage primary cell cultures, conduct molecular assays, and support in vivo mouse work while ensuring rigorous laboratory operations.

The role requires a relevant post-Baccalaureate degree or equivalent, with experience in mammalian cell culture and molecular techniques. A collaborative environment and strong data management are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Experience in mammalian primary cell culture (establishment and maintenance).
• Experience in molecular biology and biochemistry techniques (PCR; RT-qPCR; gel electrophoresis; DNA, RNA, and protein extraction; immunofluorescence; immunohistochemistry).
• Experience in mouse colony management and in vivo experimentation.

Responsibilities

• Primary Cell Culture Management: establish, propagate, and maintain mammalian cultures using aseptic techniques for projects.
• Molecular & Biochemical Assays: perform DNA/RNA/protein extraction, PCR/RT-qPCR, gel electrophoresis, and related analyses.
• Animal Model Care & In Vivo Research: manage mouse colonies, handling, breeding, genotyping, tissue collection, and procedures per guidelines.
• Laboratory Operations & Instrumentation: maintain and troubleshoot equipment, manage inventory and data logs, follow safety SOPs.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Computer literacy

Education

Post-Baccalaureate degree / Bachelor's + 3+ years

Tools

PCR / RT-qPCR

Gel electrophoresis

Immunofluorescence / IHC

Job description

North Carolina State University in Raleigh seeks a Research Associate for the Burclaff Lab to advance metabolism and stem cell biology studies. You will manage primary cell cultures, conduct molecular assays, and support in vivo mouse work while ensuring rigorous laboratory operations.

The role requires a relevant post-Baccalaureate degree or equivalent, with experience in mammalian cell culture and molecular techniques. A collaborative environment and strong data management are emphasized.