UNIV -Research Specialist I - Department of Pathology and Laboratory

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The Medical University of South Carolina, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine and Department of Neuroscience is seeking highly motivated applicants to fill Research Assistant in neuropathology and neuroimmunology for the unique interdisciplinary NHI-funded laboratory for two year (optional to extend three years).

Prenatal brain injury can cause abnormal immune activity, leading to long-term behavioral abnormalities relevant to neurodevelopmental disorders. The complement system is crucial for various neurobiological processes related to brain development, including synaptic remodeling, neuronal migration, and response to injuries. Our research shows that the complement system is critical in identifying damaged neurons and synapses and promoting their removal by microglia. PIs’ laboratories can provide exposure and training in the newly linked neuro and immune disciplines. The candidate for the position will work on rodent models of brain development and age-related neurodegeneration. He/she will bring a strong background in mouse handling and behavioral studies, histology and microscopy, and protein analysis, including Western Blotting. The candidate will also care for mouse colonies.

Successful candidates will have strong communications skills and a B.Sc. or/and M.Sc. in a suitable discipline of biochemistry, molecular biology, physiology, or neuroscience.

Some weekends and after hours work as needed to meet project deadlines or maintain ongoing studies over the weekend.

Pay scale Salary Range: UNIV-Band 4: $35,561.00 - $44,977.00 - $58,393.00 (min - mid - max)

Contact:

Onder Albayram, Ph.D. E-mail: albayram@musc.edu https://education.musc.edu/MUSCApps/FacultyDirectory/Albayram-Onder

FLSA: Hourly

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: A high school diploma and two years work experience in a clinical or research setting; a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or other natural, life or health care science may be substituted for the two years of required experience.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge and Skills: Strong communications skills and a B.Sc. or/and M.Sc. in a suitable discipline of biochemistry, molecular biology, physiology, or neuroscience. Experience in chemistry, biology, or other natural, life or health care science and work experience directly related to the assigned research area. Previous experience with mice or rats.

Experience with animal husbandry/genotyping and behaviors and protein and nucleic acid isolation, histology, and protein assays is preferred. Willingness to learn new techniques is required.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent)
Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous)
Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent)
Ability to climb, using step stool. (Infrequent)
Ability to work in temperature extremes (32° F to 100° F) when required due to assignments in cold rooms and/or foreign countries. (Infrequent)
Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Continuous)
Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent)
Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)
Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous)
Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent)
Ability to fully use both legs. (Frequent)
Ability to reach in all directions, stretch, bend, while moving items/materials from both sitting and standing positions. (Frequent)
Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function/distinction. (Continuous)
Ability to lift materials up to 20 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to lift and carry 4 liter waste material bottles a distance of 30 feet, unassisted. (Frequent)
Ability to lift and carry 25-30 lbs. jugs of liquid a distance of 100 feet, unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to lift file boxes, from floor level to counter tops, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/
Ability to lift 40 lbs. centrifuge rotors from floor level to height of 40 inches, then down 20 inches into centrifuge drum, unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to lift 25 lbs. boxes, from floor level to maximum height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to push/pull file boxes from one location to another at floor level. (Frequent)
Ability to maneuver heavy equipment on bench tops, 50 lbs. or greater, unassisted. (Frequent)
Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)
Ability to match or discriminate between colors, normally. (Continuous)
Ability to hear and recognize various alarms emitting from work area systems. (Continuous)
Ability to hear and/or understand conversations. (Continuous)
Ability to work in a darkroom for processing film, etc. (Continuous)
Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and annually. (Continuous)

Additional New Requirements:
Ability to work rotating shifts as required.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

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If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees