Sr. Research Specialist - Dr. Shirwan & Dr. Yolcu Laboratory

NextGen Precision Health

The Immunomodulation and Translational Research Program at NextGen Precision Health and the Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Missouri focuses on developing novel biologics and their targeted delivery using various vehicles for immunomodulation. Our research aims to prevent and treat immune-related disorders, with a strong emphasis on type 1 diabetes and cancer immunotherapy and immunoprevention.

We are seeking a highly organized, motivated, and experienced Sr. Research Specialist preferably with a Master's degree in a relevant scientific discipline to join our vibrant and collaborative research team. The Sr. Research Specialist will play a central role in overseeing the daily operations of the lab, ensuring smooth workflows, compliance with protocols, and support for ongoing research activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day laboratory operations, including maintaining supplies, reagents, and equipment.
• Coordinate ordering, inventory, and vendor communications.
• Maintain and enforce SOPs and ensure compliance with safety and institutional regulations.
• Oversee and assist with recombinant protein production and purification.
• Train and support new lab members in laboratory techniques and safety protocols.
• Maintaining mouse colony.
• Liaise with institutional departments (e.g., EH&S, purchasing, animal care).
• Support the planning and coordination of research experiments across projects.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

• MS in Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience, with prior lab management experience strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with handling mice, including basic procedures such as injections, tissue collection, and animal monitoring.
• Expertise in tissue culture and molecular biology techniques.
• Familiarity with protein expression and purification techniques.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities; team-oriented mindset.
  

Salary Range: $52,915.20 - $68,161.60 per year
Grade: GGS-9E
University Title: Senior Research Specialist
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Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to transformative research with the potential to improve outcomes for individuals with Type 1 Diabetes and cancer. You will join a collaborative, forward-thinking team at the University of Missouri, with access to state-of-the-art facilities through the NextGen Precision Health Institution.

Columbia, Missouri:
Columbia, MO., is known as an ideal college town, combining small-town comforts, community spirit, and low cost of living with big-city culture, activities, and resources. Home to nationally renowned public schools and other colleges and educational centers, Columbia is packed with restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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