Research Specialist

University-of-North-Carolina-At-Chapel-Hil; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

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Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Research Specialist to contribute to bench research in kidney biology and support lab management. Responsibilities include animal handling, breeding, genotyping, histology, imaging and data analysis under supervision.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent training, with opportunities for professional development and access to exclusive perks for UNC employees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent training and experience.
• Experience with laboratory techniques and data analysis is preferred.
• Good scientific writing and communication skills desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform research tasks in kidney biology at the bench.
• Assist with lab management and organization, animal handling, breeding and genotyping.
• Conduct histological assays, imaging, tissue processing and data analysis.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Animal handling

Scientific writing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Department of Cell Biology and Physiology is a broad and interdisciplinary basic science department in the School of Medicine at UNC -CH. As a top-ranked, nationally recognized leader in basic science research, our faculty and staff are engaged in innovative and cutting-edge research in the areas of neuroscience, cardiovascular biology, cellular cytoskeleton, cell motility and imaging. The Department houses one PhD program: the Cell Biology and Physiology Curriculum in which there are currently enrolled 54 PhD candidates. The Department has approximately 55 faculty engaged in basic science research, education, and national service. Many faculty and their laboratories provide training for undergraduate and postgraduate trainees in the biomedical sciences. The department also manages a histology Core Facility to expedite the mission of our researchers.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Research Specialist to perform research tasks at the bench as well as assist with lab management duties. Research areas are in the field of kidney biology and include modeling kidney disease and development, mapping the spatiotemporal relationships between kidney and nerves, and uncovering novel regulators of podocyte biology. Research tasks will include performing mouse behavioral experiments, mouse colony organization, breeding, and genotyping; genome editing (e.g. CRISPR ); histological assays (e.g. immunocytochemistry), confocal microscopy, tissue collections and processing (dissections, clearing, sectioning, immunohistochemistry); primary cell culture; development of kidney organoid and non-animal model systems; and data analysis. This position will require animal handling.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Management Preferences

• Prior laboratory experience in a related field such as Cell Biology, Physiology, or Development
• Understanding of rodent behavior
• Understanding of kidney anatomy or biology
• Basic understanding of neuroscience
• Demonstrated skill in scientific writing or personnel management experience

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Ability to stand up to 6 hours/day, move up to 50 pounds, and climb a step ladder with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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