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$15.00 per hour
Overview The Department of Drug Discovery and Biomedical Sciences (DDBS) at the College of Pharmacy, University of South Carolina, is seeking to hire a Research Technician to conduct research in Dr. Jun Zhu’s laboratory on NIH-funded projects studying the mechanisms of HIV-1 infection associated neurocognitive disorders. The Research Technician conducts research under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and performs cell culture and pharmacological assays to characterize the in vitro pharmacological profile of human VMAT2 and its mutants, and to test compounds to identify optimized probe molecules using cell-based expressing human VMAT2. The Research Technician also assists with other ongoing experiments and maintains instruments, lab safety, and lab organization.
Responsibilities
Conduct research under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.
Perform cell culture and pharmacological assays to characterize the in vitro pharmacological profile of human VMAT2 and its mutants.
Test compounds to identify optimized probe molecules using cell-based expressing human VMAT2.
Assist with other ongoing experiments and maintain instruments, lab safety, and lab cleaning/organizing.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in biomedical science or related field. Prior experience working in a research laboratory is preferred.
Job Details
Posting Number: TMP02810PO24
Job Code Title: Laboratory Technologist I
Advertised Title: Research Technician
Campus: Columbia
College/Division: College of Pharmacy
Department: COP Drug Discovery and Biomedical Sciences
Part/Full Time: Full Time
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Work Schedule: Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Open Until Filled: Yes
Other
Questions about this position should be emailed to zhuj@cop.sc.edu.
Applicants must include a brief cover letter showing interest in the position describing current and prior research experience and career goals, and a current curriculum vitae (CV).
EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Posting History This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary. You will be contacted by phone or email if you are selected for further consideration.
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Research Technician
role at
Inside Higher Ed .
Department
COP Drug Discovery and Biomedical Sciences
Salary
$15.00 per hour
Overview The Department of Drug Discovery and Biomedical Sciences (DDBS) at the College of Pharmacy, University of South Carolina, is seeking to hire a Research Technician to conduct research in Dr. Jun Zhu’s laboratory on NIH-funded projects studying the mechanisms of HIV-1 infection associated neurocognitive disorders. The Research Technician conducts research under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and performs cell culture and pharmacological assays to characterize the in vitro pharmacological profile of human VMAT2 and its mutants, and to test compounds to identify optimized probe molecules using cell-based expressing human VMAT2. The Research Technician also assists with other ongoing experiments and maintains instruments, lab safety, and lab organization.
Responsibilities
Conduct research under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.
Perform cell culture and pharmacological assays to characterize the in vitro pharmacological profile of human VMAT2 and its mutants.
Test compounds to identify optimized probe molecules using cell-based expressing human VMAT2.
Assist with other ongoing experiments and maintain instruments, lab safety, and lab cleaning/organizing.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in biomedical science or related field. Prior experience working in a research laboratory is preferred.
Job Details
Posting Number: TMP02810PO24
Job Code Title: Laboratory Technologist I
Advertised Title: Research Technician
Campus: Columbia
College/Division: College of Pharmacy
Department: COP Drug Discovery and Biomedical Sciences
Part/Full Time: Full Time
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Work Schedule: Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Open Until Filled: Yes
Other
Questions about this position should be emailed to zhuj@cop.sc.edu.
Applicants must include a brief cover letter showing interest in the position describing current and prior research experience and career goals, and a current curriculum vitae (CV).
EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Posting History This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary. You will be contacted by phone or email if you are selected for further consideration.
South Carolina, United States 2 weeks ago
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