UNIV Part-Time Research Specialist III Electron Microscopy Lab Department of Path & Lab

Job Description Summary

Performs a variety of scientific procedures in a research setting and train laboratory personnel to perform various techniques.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Research Grant

Cost Center

CC001004 COM PATH Cores CC

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

University-GEN09

Pay Range

52100.00 - 70300.00 - 88600.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

20

Work Shift

Job Description

RESEARCH SPECIALIST III

Non-Exempt

Part Time 20 hours/ week

Monday Friday flexible hours between 2 8pm occasional Saturdays required

University-GEN09

Min/Mid/Max $52100.00 $70300.00 $88600.00

Job Responsibilities

• 35% - Complete all fixation embedding staining and sectioning protocols necessary to produce thick and thin sections for varied tissue and/or cell preparations.

• 35% - Operate the transmission electron microscope to complete sample imaging and analysis culminating is the production and storage of digital images.

• 10% - Record label and document all specimens received by the laboratory to ensure records and results are maintained for users of the laboratory and proper user fees are assigned.

• 10% - Instruct graduate students and faculty researchers on the use of

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• 10% - Other duties as assigned by the Director of EM in support of the research and clinical operations.

MUSC Minimum Training and Experience Requirements:

A bachelors degree in chemistry biology or other natural life or health care science directly related to the assigned area of research and two years advanced journel-level work experience in a clinical or research setting.

Preferred Requirements:

- Must have experience in handling laboratory mice including harvesting and processing various tissues. Must have extensive knowledge in histology cell ultrastructure and light and electron microscopy. Must have advanced computer skills and meticulous record keeping skills.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A bachelors degree in chemistry biology or other natural life or health care science directly related to the assigned area of research and two years advanced journel-level work experience in a clinical or research setting. Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb using step stool. (Infrequent) Ability to work in temperature extremes (32 F to 100 F) when required due to assignments in cold rooms and/or foreign countries. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Continuous) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both legs. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions stretch bend while moving items/materials from both sitting and standing positions. (Frequent) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function/distinction. (Continuous) Ability to lift materials up to 20 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry 4 liter waste material bottles a distance of 30 feet unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift and carry 25-30 lbs. jugs of liquid a distance of 100 feet unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift file boxes from floor level to counter tops unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/ Ability to lift 40 lbs. centrifuge rotors from floor level to height of 40 inches then down 20 inches into centrifuge drum unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift 25 lbs. boxes from floor level to maximum height of 72 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull file boxes from one location to another at floor level. (Frequent) Ability to maneuver heavy equipment on bench tops 50 lbs. or greater unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision corrected in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors normally. (Continuous) Ability to hear and recognize various alarms emitting from work area systems. (Continuous) Ability to hear and/or understand conversations. (Continuous) Ability to work in a darkroom for processing film etc. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use initially and annually. (Continuous) Additional New Requirements: Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes tools and equipment as required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals you will enjoy your career with us!

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