Research Specialist - Journey

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology is a distinguished research and teaching facility of East Carolina University School of Medicine, consisting of approximately 50 people. This department provides an academic base for teacher-scientists employed by the School of Medicine at East Carolina University in the disciplines of microbiology, immunology, molecular biology, and other related disciplines. The department provides instruction to medical students and dental students, and provides instruction, guidance, and research experience to Ph.D. and M.S. students seeking degrees in microbiology and immunology. The department also offers a postdoctoral research training program. The department supports an array of faculty-directed research programs, many of which are supported by extramural grants and/or contracts. The department provides service to the school, university, state, nation, and to the profession by the activities of faculty members on committees, study sections, in professional organizations, as consultants, and through other activities.

The primary purpose of this position is to supervise students in the laboratory while supporting the management and operation of a research lab within the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the School of Medicine at East Carolina University. This position will be designing and conducting independent research, mentoring and directing graduate student research, presenting findings at laboratory and scientific meetings, and preparing manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals. The role also involves contributing to extramural grant applications and managing research activities across virology, immunology, biochemistry, animal husbandry, and molecular biology.

Key responsibilities include:

Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

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If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.

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