Research Specialist I: Immune Cell Biology & Animal Models

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); South Carolina; Presencial; USD 38.000 - 61.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston is seeking a Research Specialist I to maintain animal colonies and support day-to-day lab operations under the Principal Investigator.

The role involves performing experiments on immune cell function using cell culture, cloning, ELISA, RTPCR, flow cytometry, and tissue analyses; maintaining records, preparing supplies, and coordinating cross-lab communications.

Formación

• A bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or other natural, life or health care science and one year work experience directly related to the assigned research area; or a high school diploma and three years advanced journey-level work experience in a clinical, basic science, animal care or research laboratory.
• Experience with immunological testing and flow cytometry is preferred.
• Candidate must be able to work independently or with limited supervision.

Responsabilidades

• Perform experiments investigating immune cell function using cell and molecular biology techniques such as culture, cloning, ELISA, and RT-PCR.
• Work with small laboratory animals including tumor measurement, tissue collection, and molecular analyses.
• Maintain rodent colonies, assist in model development via crossbreeding, and liaise with other labs.
• Maintain notebooks, supplies, equipment, and coordinate orders with suppliers.

Conocimientos

Immunology techniques

Cell culture

Flow cytometry

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related life/health science

High school diploma with 3+ years relevant experience

Descripción del empleo

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston is seeking a Research Specialist I to maintain animal colonies and support day-to-day lab operations under the Principal Investigator.

The role involves performing experiments on immune cell function using cell culture, cloning, ELISA, RTPCR, flow cytometry, and tissue analyses; maintaining records, preparing supplies, and coordinating cross-lab communications.