Research Specialist - Journey
Inside Higher Ed, Greenville, NC, United States
Organizational Unit Overview
The Department of Microbiology and Immunology is a distinguished research and teaching facility of East Carolina University School of Medicine, consisting of approximately 50 people. This department provides an academic base for teacher‑scientists employed by the School of Medicine at East Carolina University in the disciplines of microbiology, immunology, molecular biology, and related fields. It offers instruction to medical and dental students, guidance and research experience for Ph.D. and M.S. students, and a postdoctoral research training program. The department supports faculty‑directed research programs that are funded by extramural grants and contracts, and it serves the school, university, state, nation, and the profession through faculty activities on committees, study sections, professional organizations, consulting, and other engagements.
Position Number:
962752
Full Time or Part Time:
Full Time
Job Category:
Staff - Professional
Job Duties
The primary purpose of this position is to supervise students in the laboratory while supporting the management and operation of a research lab within the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the School of Medicine at East Carolina University. The role involves designing and conducting independent research, mentoring and directing graduate student research, presenting findings at laboratory and scientific meetings, preparing manuscripts for publication in peer‑reviewed journals, contributing to extramural grant applications, and managing research activities across virology, immunology, biochemistry, animal husbandry, and molecular biology.
Key Responsibilities Include
Plans experiments by organizing schedules, materials, and coordination based on the supervisor’s research directives and goals.
Oversees and directs the work of 1–2 trainees or collaborators, guiding their research activities and training under the supervisor’s direction.
Manages inventory by ordering supplies, tracking materials, maintaining records, and ensuring all lab members follow proper procedures.
Reviews research work, provides feedback, monitors compliance with safety and organizational standards, and helps resolve issues with the supervisor.
Leads training, supports research planning, directs personnel, contributes to hiring decisions, and advises the supervisor on performance and conduct.
Minimum Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License Or Certification Required By Statute Or Regulation
None
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
N/A
Job Close Date:
4/30/2026
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The Department of Microbiology and Immunology is a distinguished research and teaching facility of East Carolina University School of Medicine, consisting of approximately 50 people. This department provides an academic base for teacher‑scientists employed by the School of Medicine at East Carolina University in the disciplines of microbiology, immunology, molecular biology, and related fields. It offers instruction to medical and dental students, guidance and research experience for Ph.D. and M.S. students, and a postdoctoral research training program. The department supports faculty‑directed research programs that are funded by extramural grants and contracts, and it serves the school, university, state, nation, and the profession through faculty activities on committees, study sections, professional organizations, consulting, and other engagements.
Position Number:
962752
Full Time or Part Time:
Full Time
Job Category:
Staff - Professional
Job Duties
The primary purpose of this position is to supervise students in the laboratory while supporting the management and operation of a research lab within the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the School of Medicine at East Carolina University. The role involves designing and conducting independent research, mentoring and directing graduate student research, presenting findings at laboratory and scientific meetings, preparing manuscripts for publication in peer‑reviewed journals, contributing to extramural grant applications, and managing research activities across virology, immunology, biochemistry, animal husbandry, and molecular biology.
Key Responsibilities Include
Plans experiments by organizing schedules, materials, and coordination based on the supervisor’s research directives and goals.
Oversees and directs the work of 1–2 trainees or collaborators, guiding their research activities and training under the supervisor’s direction.
Manages inventory by ordering supplies, tracking materials, maintaining records, and ensuring all lab members follow proper procedures.
Reviews research work, provides feedback, monitors compliance with safety and organizational standards, and helps resolve issues with the supervisor.
Leads training, supports research planning, directs personnel, contributes to hiring decisions, and advises the supervisor on performance and conduct.
Minimum Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License Or Certification Required By Statute Or Regulation
None
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
N/A
Job Close Date:
4/30/2026
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