Research Scientist I

Tulane University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University in New Orleans seeks a Research Scientist I to conduct projects defining immunological mechanisms of novel therapies against infections across multiple pathogen models under a federal contract. The role emphasizes collaboration with faculty, postdocs, graduate students, and staff.

The position allows focus on research, training, and lab management as needed; the rank is a staff appointment and requires a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree. Immediate start.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent terminal degree
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with diverse teams and disciplines
• Experience with standardized lab software and data management

Responsibilities

• Conduct quantifiable immunology research under federal contract.
• Collaborate with faculty, postdocs, grad students, and staff.
• Interact with diverse individuals at all levels within the organization.
• Work as part of a team to achieve project goals.
• Utilize standard word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation tools.
• Manage multiple tasks and projects with minimal supervision.
• Prioritize work and maintain progress with limited oversight

Skills

Lab collaboration

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Post-Doctorate

Tools

ELISA

Flow cytometry

Molecular biology

Cell culture

Job description

A Research Scientist I in the McLachlan Laboratory in the Department of Immunology & Microbiology is available immediately to conduct research projects on defining immunological mechanisms of novel therapies to prevent infection across a variety of pathogen models supported by a federal contract. Research Scientists are individuals holding a Ph.D or equivalent terminal degree who play a major role in enabling research programs through collaborative and collegial interactions with faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and staff. A research scientist may apply his/her effort entirely to research, or a combination of research, training, and lab managerial activities. The rank of the research scientist is a staff appointment.

Responsibilities

• Technical skills and competencies to conduct quantifiable, meaningful research
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to interact with individuals of diverse backgrounds at all levels internal and external to the organization
• Ability to work collaboratively as a positive, contributing member of a team
• Ability to utilize various standardized word processing, spreadsheet preparation, and presentation software
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Ability to prioritize work, performing assignments with minimal supervision

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous postdoctoral experience preferred
• Experience in rodent handling and tissue processing highly preferred.
• Experience in laboratory techniques such as cell culture, ELISA, flow cytometry, molecular biology, or formulation chemistry desirable.
• Experience in aseptic techniques and culture.
• Experience in statistical analysis and/or data management.
• Experience in overseeing large projects and managing budgets.
• Experience in generating and implementing SOPs for laboratory assays.

About Us

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.
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Job Info

• Job Identification 1970
• Job Category Research
• Posting Date 09/21/2026, 06:14 PM
• Degree Level Post-Doctorate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations New Orleans, LA, United States United States
• Legal Employer Tulane University
• Business Unit Tulane University
• Department SOM Microbiology and Immunology