Senior Research Specialist-Pediatrics Infectious Disease

Memphis, TN - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 3946 - 5141

Posted on: 20 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Market Range: 09

Hiring Salary: $3946.70 - $5141.21/Monthly

JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The Senior Research Specialist supports and advances the laboratorys research program through the design and execution of complex experiments involving viral and bacterial pathogens the development and refinement of research protocols and the generation of high-quality data for analysis and publication. This position ensures the continuity and integrity of experimental work by maintaining laboratory resources overseeing technical procedures and contributing to the preparation of grants and manuscripts. By integrating technical expertise with organizational support this position plays a critical role in driving forward the labs scientific objectives and ensuring compliance rigor and productivity across research activities.

Responsibilities

Designs and conducts in vivo ex vivo and in vitro experiments involving viral and bacterial pathogens including mouse infections tissue harvests drug preparation and administration and processing and analysis of human and animal samples.
Maintains cell cultures and microbial stocks; performs viral and bacterial titration.
Collects compiles processes and analyzes data; interprets results using appropriate statistical methods and formats data for internal reports and publications.
Performs immune assays such as flow cytometry cell sorting ELISAs histology and immunohistochemistry and molecular biology techniques including DNA/RNA extraction and cloning
Maintains accurate dated laboratory records and documents experimental protocols and findings.
Oversees day-to-day laboratory operations including animal maintenance equipment coordination and supply ordering and management.
Trains new personnel in lab protocols and safety procedures; ensures compliance with biosafety and animal care regulations.
Prepares figures presents internal research updates and contributes to peer-reviewed manuscripts.
Assists with literature reviews protocol development and study design.
Maintains laboratory documentation and SOPs; assists with onboarding and supervision of students and junior staff.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: Bachelors Degree in Biomedical Sciences or a related field. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)

EXPERIENCE: Four (4) years of research experience; ORMasters Degree and two (2) years of research experience.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Skill in vivo ex vivo and in vitro experimental techniques necessary for conducting pathogen research.
Skill in handling viral and bacterial pathogens including performing infection models mouse handling tissue harvest and drug administration.
Ability to develop adapt and refine experimental protocols based on emerging research findings.
Skill in performing immune assays such as flow cytometry cell sorting ELISAs histology and immunohistochemistry.
Knowledge of experimental design principles including the implementation of proper controls randomization and ensuring reproducibility.
Skill in molecular biology techniques including DNA/RNA extraction cloning and microbial titration.
Ability to maintain meticulous laboratory records ensuring accuracy organization and compliance with scientific integrity standards.
Skill in cell culture practices and maintenance of viral and bacterial stocks.
Ability to communicate scientific results effectively through writing manuscripts preparing figures and contributing to grant proposals.
Skill in managing processing and analyzing complex experimental data using appropriate statistical methods.

WORK SCHEDULE: This position may occasionally be required to work evenings and weekends.

Required Experience:

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DescriptionMarket Range: 09Hiring Salary: $3946.70 - $5141.21/MonthlyJOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The Senior Research Specialist supports and advances the laboratorys research program through the design and execution of complex experiments involving viral and bacterial pathogens the developm...