UNIV - Research Specialist II - Department of Biochemistry
Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, United States
Job Description Summary
Dr. Delaney, PhD, has an opening in his laboratory for a self‑motivated Research Specialist II, to start in the range of April 2026 to June 2026. This position will be dedicated to research tasks to obtain data for the lab and enable the Research Specialist to utilize and further grow their advanced technical capability in the biological sciences. On the research side, projects are centered on investigating how chromosome changes alter cell biology, particularly in the context of cancer using live mice and cell lines as model systems. We use big data, machine learning, AI, and other cutting‑edge biological tools like CRISPR‑Cas9 and genetically engineered mouse models to address these research questions.
As an exciting professional development opportunity, the Research Specialist I will be serving as laboratory manager, managing all aspects of daily laboratory function and regulatory compliance.
Opportunities to learn and use R for data science are also available if desired. Connections to medical oncologists are present in the lab. Authorship credit on papers is intended regarding any results generated by the Research Specialist.
For the advanced Research Specialist II position, the candidate is expected to have extensive basic, non‑clinical research laboratory experience related to the job description above.
The ideal candidate is very well organized and able to create documentation in Word, Excel, and Google Docs. The Research Specialist must be able to work well in a team setting. Previous experience with mice, cell culture, and bacterial plasmid preps is desired but not required.
Contact
Please visit CGS Profile - CGS Profile Portal and https://www.delaneylab.com/ to find out more about the lab and the research. If interested, please contact Dr. Delaney at delaneyj@musc.edu with a short statement of career goals and scientific interests.
MUSC Minimum Training and Experience Requirements
A bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or another natural, life, or health care science and one year work experience directly related to the assigned research area.
Job Duties
25% Serve as lab manager: keep the lab safe, clean, and compliant. Update regulatory systems (IBCs, IACUC, Tick@Lab, safety SOP, training signatures) and maintain and set up laboratory equipment.
20% Perform advanced mouse cancer experiments: inoculate human and mouse cancer cells into mouse models, including orthotopic methods and immunodeficient strains, monitor tumor growth and mouse safety, and collect tissue for further experimentation.
15% Maintain mouse colony: ensure adequate breeders in stock, wean pups, mark animals, genotype during weaning, coordinate colony size, and order animals as needed.
10% Advanced biological assays: immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, western blot, qRT‑PCR, DNA isolation, lentivirus production, microscopy, and data analysis; manipulate plasmids, bacteria, and both human and mouse cell lines.
10% Learn from and train others on advanced specialized lab skills.
5% Collaborate with research cores on and off campus for sample processing; keep records and follow up with cores to ensure rapid results.
5% Keep exceptional laboratory records, including lab and office supply inventory, ordering information, and common stocks.
5% Present research routinely at lab meetings and participate in discussions; presentations should have publication‑quality formatting.
5% Process orders for the laboratory.
Physical Requirements
The candidate must be able to perform job functions in an upright and seated position, walk or move items, lift objects up to 25–30 lbs unassisted, use fine motor skills for microscopy and vial handling, and occasionally climb a step stool. The position requires carrying a maximum of 30 lbs on a short walk and moving equipment of up to 50 lbs on bench tops. Good vision and hearing are required for safety and data acquisition.
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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Dr. Delaney, PhD, has an opening in his laboratory for a self‑motivated Research Specialist II, to start in the range of April 2026 to June 2026. This position will be dedicated to research tasks to obtain data for the lab and enable the Research Specialist to utilize and further grow their advanced technical capability in the biological sciences. On the research side, projects are centered on investigating how chromosome changes alter cell biology, particularly in the context of cancer using live mice and cell lines as model systems. We use big data, machine learning, AI, and other cutting‑edge biological tools like CRISPR‑Cas9 and genetically engineered mouse models to address these research questions.
As an exciting professional development opportunity, the Research Specialist I will be serving as laboratory manager, managing all aspects of daily laboratory function and regulatory compliance.
Opportunities to learn and use R for data science are also available if desired. Connections to medical oncologists are present in the lab. Authorship credit on papers is intended regarding any results generated by the Research Specialist.
For the advanced Research Specialist II position, the candidate is expected to have extensive basic, non‑clinical research laboratory experience related to the job description above.
The ideal candidate is very well organized and able to create documentation in Word, Excel, and Google Docs. The Research Specialist must be able to work well in a team setting. Previous experience with mice, cell culture, and bacterial plasmid preps is desired but not required.
Contact
Please visit CGS Profile - CGS Profile Portal and https://www.delaneylab.com/ to find out more about the lab and the research. If interested, please contact Dr. Delaney at delaneyj@musc.edu with a short statement of career goals and scientific interests.
MUSC Minimum Training and Experience Requirements
A bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or another natural, life, or health care science and one year work experience directly related to the assigned research area.
Job Duties
25% Serve as lab manager: keep the lab safe, clean, and compliant. Update regulatory systems (IBCs, IACUC, Tick@Lab, safety SOP, training signatures) and maintain and set up laboratory equipment.
20% Perform advanced mouse cancer experiments: inoculate human and mouse cancer cells into mouse models, including orthotopic methods and immunodeficient strains, monitor tumor growth and mouse safety, and collect tissue for further experimentation.
15% Maintain mouse colony: ensure adequate breeders in stock, wean pups, mark animals, genotype during weaning, coordinate colony size, and order animals as needed.
10% Advanced biological assays: immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, western blot, qRT‑PCR, DNA isolation, lentivirus production, microscopy, and data analysis; manipulate plasmids, bacteria, and both human and mouse cell lines.
10% Learn from and train others on advanced specialized lab skills.
5% Collaborate with research cores on and off campus for sample processing; keep records and follow up with cores to ensure rapid results.
5% Keep exceptional laboratory records, including lab and office supply inventory, ordering information, and common stocks.
5% Present research routinely at lab meetings and participate in discussions; presentations should have publication‑quality formatting.
5% Process orders for the laboratory.
Physical Requirements
The candidate must be able to perform job functions in an upright and seated position, walk or move items, lift objects up to 25–30 lbs unassisted, use fine motor skills for microscopy and vial handling, and occasionally climb a step stool. The position requires carrying a maximum of 30 lbs on a short walk and moving equipment of up to 50 lbs on bench tops. Good vision and hearing are required for safety and data acquisition.
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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