Research Specialist III

Tulane University Translational Science Institute; Covington (LA); Hybrid; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An exciting opportunity at Tulane University Translational Science Institute for a Laboratory Supervisor I to manage preclinical research in microbiome-immune interactions and brain aging. This hybrid position requires overseeing operations for multi-project studies involving nonhuman primate models and compliance with regulatory requirements. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Biological Science and experience in a biomedical research facility.

You will coordinate sample collection, optimization of immunoassays, and train laboratory staff in advanced techniques. Join us to contribute to impactful research and support future scientific advancements.

Qualifikationen

• Three years of experience in a biomedical research facility.
• Experience with nonhuman primate sample processing and multi-project coordination is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Coordinate and execute preclinical research in microbiome-immune interactions.
• Manage multi-study operations including sample collection and biobanking.
• Train laboratory personnel in immunological and molecular techniques.

Kenntnisse

Multi-project coordination

Immunoassay execution

Sample processing techniques

Data generation for publications

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

An exciting opportunity is available in the Ardeshir Lab at the Tulane National Biomedical Research Center for a Laboratory Supervisor I to coordinate and execute preclinical research in microbiome-immune interactions, brain aging, and durable therapeutic development using nonhuman primate models. This position serves as the senior operational coordinator in an externally funded, multi-project research program investigating biological programming across the lifespan.

The Laboratory Supervisor I will independently manage multi-study operations, including nonhuman primate study coordination, sample collection and biobanking, immunoassay execution and optimization, regulatory documentation, and laboratory logistics. The role includes coordination with the Division of Veterinary Medicine, external sponsors and collaborators, protocol compliance under IACUC and IBC oversight, and management of biological materials under BSL-2 containment in close coordination with the PI.

The successful candidate will generate publication-quality data, assist in manuscript and grant preparation, and train laboratory personnel in immunological, molecular, and sample processing techniques. Experience with nonhuman primate sample processing and multi-project coordination is preferred. This is a hybrid operations-and-research position suited for candidates seeking to apply organizational and technical expertise in an immunology, infectious disease, neuroscience, and translational research context.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or equivalent and three years of experience in a biomedical research facility

About Us

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Job Info

• Job Identification 354
• Job Category Research
• Posting Date 04/16/2026, 03:24 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Covington, LA, United States United States