Research Technician - Philpot

UNC-Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Philpot laboratory at UNC-Chapel Hill develops therapeutics for single gene disorders and seeks a research technician to support experimental design, manuscript preparation, and grant development. The role requires handling animals and coordinating research tasks.

Responsibilities include developing preclinical studies, assisting with data analysis, and contributing to grant writing and publications within a collaborative, NIH‑style environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated laboratory research experience in neuroscience or single-gene disorders.
• Proficiency in experimental design, data collection, statistical analysis, or interpretation of findings.
• Experience in grant writing, manuscript or figure preparation, abstracts and posters.

Responsibilities

• Develop preclinical studies for single gene disorders.
• Assist in grant and manuscript writing and figure preparation.
• Perform data collection and statistical analysis, and support experimental design.

Skills

Neuroscience research

Experimental design

Data analysis

Grant writing

Manuscripts & posters

Rodent handling

Microscopy

Immunohistochemistry

Biochemical assays

Genotyping

Job description

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

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 48 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 has 2 Core Facilities to expedite the mission of our researchers.

Position Summary

The Philpot laboratory develops therapeutics for single gene disorders. We are seeking a research technician to perform research tasks in the lab to aid experimental design, manuscript preparation, and grant development activities. Research tasks will include the development of preclinical studies, grant and manuscript writing, and data and statistical analysis, among other possibilities. The position requires animal handling.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Management Preferences

• Demonstrated laboratory research experience in neuroscience or single-gene disorders


• Proven expertise in experimental design, data collection, statistical analysis, or interpretation of research findings


• Experience in grant writing, manuscript or figure preparation, publication strategy, or development of abstracts and scientific posters


• Proficiency in neuroscience research techniques, including rodent handling or behavioral studies, microscopy, immunohistochemistry, biochemical assays, or genotyping


• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate research activities or disseminate scientific findings

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

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

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

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.

Optional and Required Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume


• Cover Letter


• List of References

Optional Documents

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