UNIV - Research Specialist III - Department of Regenerative Medicine

Job Description Summary The individual will be under the supervision of the PI, Dr. Amy Engevik. He/she will participate in routine experiments and the maintenance of a basic biomedical science laboratory, develop protocols, perform complex molecular biology and cell biology assays, perform mouse husbandry and analysis of mouse tissue, manage budget and ordering. Advise and assist PI and lab members on all laboratory projects. Entity Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Research Grant Cost Center CC001062 COM REG MED Operations CC Pay Rate Type Salary Pay Grade University-06 Pay Range 46,655.00 - 66,488.00 - 86,321.000 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift Job Description Employee is supervised by the PI but expected to conduct experiments, collect and record data with decent level of independence and discretion. Work is conducted in a basic biomedical laboratory that focuses on disease modeling using human pluripotent stem cell. May require availability to perform tasks at weekends and holidays. Job Duties: - Perform simple to complex laboratory procedures in one or more areas of laboratory investigation such as: a) culture and differentiation of intestinal, gastric and liver organoids, DNA isolation and PCR; Immunohistochemistry, microscopy and a variety of molecular biology procedures. Percent of Total Time: 30 - Essential - Facilitate and maintain computerized data entry and record keeping. Maintain inventory of lab supplies, oversee ordering, monitor spending for budgetary and reporting purposes, and ensure maintenance of laboratory databases. Percent of Total Time: 30 - Essential - Maintain mouse colony, breeding, keep records, perform genotyping and assist in experiments involving mice. Percent of Total Time: 15 Essential - Document protocol optimization and experimental results, analyze data, and advise principal investigator and lab members in adaptation and completion of experimental design and execution. Percent of Total Time: 10 - Essential - Train and assist lab members in, 1) the proper protocol for preparing solutions, reagents, media or stains necessary for prescribed tests; 2) operation, calibration and maintenance on specialized equipment; 3) apply standard quality control techniques to assure quality of test results. Percent of Total Time: 10 Essential - Plan, coordinate, and communicate project goals and timetables among diverse, separate research projects, including time/cost budgeting, troubleshooting and protocol revision. Percent of Total Time: 5 Essential Additional Job Description Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or other natural, life or health care science directly related to the assigned area of research and two years advanced journel-level work experience in a clinical or research setting. Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) 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. 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The Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program aims to advance clinical and translational science to increase the speed at which new treatments become available to patients. MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise, operates a 750 bed medical center, which includes a nationally recognized Children’s Hospital, the Ashley River Tower (cardiovascular, digestive disease, and surgical oncology), Hollings Cancer Center (one of fewer than 70 elite National Cancer Institute designated centers), a Level I Trauma Center and the Institute of Psychiatry. In addition, there are more than 100 outreach clinics, hospital/health system affiliations, and telehealth sites. U.S. News & World Report placed us among the top one percent of all American hospitals, with 11 specialties in the top 50. The MUSC Medical Center is also one of only three Magnet® designated hospitals in South Carolina.

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