Research Specialist

Job Title

The job provides basic technical support activities related to scientific research projects.

Responsibilities include maintenance of human cancer cell lines, cell death assays, flow cytometry, PCR, in vitro drug testing, and light-field/confocal microscopy. Breeding and care for mice in treatment studies, including blood draws, injections and necropsies. Collecting and maintaining data and/or specimens. Collaborate with others in the lab. Analyze data, conduct literature reviews, assist with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.

Maintaining and ordering equipment and supplies. Assisting with developing data collection tools, assisting with building databases, and providing general administrative support. Complies with institution, state and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates. Performs other related work as needed.

Education:

Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Education:

Bachelor's degree.

Experience:

One year of relevant research experience.

Preferred

Competencies:

Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures. Knowledge of research techniques or methods. Analytical skills. Problem-solving skills. Attention to details. Organizational skills. Verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently as part of a team. Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Laboratory Setting.

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Research

Individual Contributor

40

$19.23 - $26.44

The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Yes

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