Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 20 Apr 2024
Posting Summary
| Logo For Posting | |
|---|---|
| Posting Number | RTF00071PO24 |
| USC Market Title | Laboratory Technologist |
| Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156403 |
| Business Title (Internal Title) | Research Specialist II |
| Campus | Columbia |
| Work County | Richland |
| College/Division | School of Medicine Columbia |
| Department | SOMC Pharmacology, Physiology and Neuroscience |
| Advertised Salary Range | $45,133 |
| Location of Vacancy | SC |
| Part/Full Time | Full Time |
| Hours per Week | 37.5 |
| Work Schedule | Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm Must be flexible to meet the needs of the department. |
| Type of Staff Position | Staff Research Grant (SRGP) |
| Basis | 12 months |
| Job Search Category | Other |
About USC
| About University of South Carolina | From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. |
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| Inclusive Excellence Statement | At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees. |
Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below
The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
| South Carolina Retirement | Yes |
|---|---|
| State Insurance Programs | Yes |
| Annual Leave | Yes |
| Sick Leave | Yes |
Position Description
| Advertised Job Summary | A highly motivated Research Specialist II, with interest in Neuroscience and Pharmacology, is sought to work on grant-supported projects in the lab of Dr. Dan Foster in the Department of Pharmacology, Physiology & Neuroscience (PPN) within the University of South Carolina School of Medicine-Columbia (SOMC). Candidates will use cutting-edge techniques to study how drugs can regulate brain circuitry with relevance to schizophrenia, OCD, and autism spectrum disorder. Preference will be given to enthusiastic and passionate candidates with strong problem solving skills who have demonstrated an ability to work as part of a team. |
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| Required Education and Experience | Master’s degree in a related field and 1 year related research experience. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Previous experience handling rodents and familiarity with coding in MatLab or similar programming language is preferred. |
| Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Experience handling rodents iand familiarity with coding in MatLab or similar programming language. Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations. |
Job Duties
| Job Duty | Conducts experiments with rodents, including behavioral assays and surgical Interventions and well as analyzing experimental data and record-keeping. |
|---|---|
| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 35 |
| Job Duty | Conducts neurochemical, neuroanatomical, or neurophysiological experiments in the laboratory and writes code to analyze results. |
|---|---|
| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 25 |
| Job Duty | Performs rodent colony maintenance (husbandry. genotyping. etc.). |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 20 |
| Job Duty | Performs general lab duties such as ordering supplies, maintaining instruments, preparation of buffers. and washing glassware. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 10 |
| Job Duty | Presents research findings to the group and participates in group Journal club |
|---|---|
| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 5 |
| Job Duty | Performs other duties as assigned. |
|---|---|
| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 5 |
Position Attributes
| Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential |
|---|---|
| Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. | No |
Posting Detail Information
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
|---|---|
| Desired Start Date | 03/16/2024 |
| Position End Date | |
| Job Open Date | 03/06/2024 |
| Job Close Date | 04/20/2024 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by April 20, 2024. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC. |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/165296 |
| 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 (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. |
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