RESEARCH SPECIALIST I

Biomedical Sciences

The Department of Biomedical Sciences at the University of Missouri has an exciting opportunity for a Research Specialist. This person will be responsible for the daily activities of a research laboratory. This person must be able to work independently under the guidance of the lab director. Demonstrated experience and/or capability to perform the key responsibilities below independently is required.

The person in this position will be responsible for: performing molecular and cellular biology experiments including measuring RNA and protein concentration, performing PCR, qPCR and Western blot; cell culture, including starting and maintaining cell culture lines, maintaining supplies (media/reagents), media preparation and maintaining proper cell culture room procedures; assisting with histology experiment such as tissue collection, processing, embedding, sectioning, various chemical and immunostaining, collecting and analyzing data; managing mouse colony and performing genotyping for various mouse lines; assisting in studies involving pigs, including feeding and surgery/tissue collection.

Hours are generally Monday - Friday, 8-5.

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Salary Range: $15.29 - $26.11/ hour; commensurate with education and experience.

Grade: GGS-007

University Title: Research Specialist I

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Please include a resume with your online application, complete with three references.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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