Research Support Specialist

Job Description - Research Support Specialist (2600126)

Research Support Specialist

• Bachelor's Degree (foreign equivalent or higher)
• Experience with microbiology laboratory assays
• Experience in operating standard laboratory equipment and carrying out test procedures
• Experience in data collection and interpretation

• Experience with immunological assays and related molecular biology techniques
• Experience with nucleic acid isolation and amplification methods
• Experience with experimental nephrology

The Research Support Specialist will assist the research project of the Principal Investigator in the Department of Pediatrics in accordance with the policies and procedures of Stony Brook University. Within defined test or analytical protocols, the incumbent will operate equipment, carry out test procedures, collate and interpret data, and ensure all experiments are conducted appropriately. The successful incumbent will have excellent interpersonal skills, strong organizational and time‑management skills, and exceptional attention to detail.

The role requires the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team.

• Conduct experiments; provide technical laboratory support and/or animal handling to assist with experiments conducted.
• Perform literature search and stay current in the field by reading and discussing literature and experimental results with the supervisor and/or PI.
• Collect data, record observations and measurements, and prepare reports for review by supervisor and/or PI.
• Other duties or projects as assigned.

The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Non‑Exempt position, eligible for overtime provisions. For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas. Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

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The starting salary range (or hiring range) to be offered for this position is noted below, it represents SBU’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

2600126

Research Support Specialist

Administrative & Professional (non‑Clinical)

Department/Hiring Area:
Pediatrics

Full‑time

Day Shift

8:30 am to 5 pm

Feb 11, 2026

Feb 26, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

Regular

N11

The Research Foundation for The State University of New York at Stony Brook