Research Support Specialist, Biochemistry

State University of New York at Buffalo; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,151 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits for well-being and success

Job summary

A public research university in New York is seeking a Research Support Specialist to support ongoing research in epigenetics and neurobiology. The successful candidate will assist with experimental design, sample processing, data collection, and lab maintenance. Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree in Biology and experience in molecular biology or bioinformatics. This position offers a salary range of $34,151 to $44,000.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field of Biology.
• Experience of benchwork in molecular biology or bioinformatics.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing research in epigenetics and neurobiology.
• Assist with experimental design, sample processing, and data collection.
• General lab maintenance.

Skills

Experimental design

Sample processing

Data collection

Lab maintenance

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or relevant field

Degree in Neuroscience or Genomics (preferred)

Job description

Research Support Specialist

Department of Biochemistry – immediate opening to investigate regulation of chromatin 3D organization during neuronal development.

Responsibilities

Support ongoing research in epigenetics and neurobiology, assisting with experimental design, sample processing, data collection, and general lab maintenance.

Benefits

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well‑being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an Equal Opportunity / Aff. Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in any relevant field of Biology.
• Experience of benchwork in molecular biology or bioinformatics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degrees in Neuroscience or Genomics.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A 2-year or longer stay is highly preferred.

Salary

Salary Range: $34,151 – $44,000

Work Hours

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Location

Campus: Downtown Campus