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Research Specialist (Mohlke Lab)

Job Description


Posting Information
Posting Information


Department Genetics-423501
Career Area Research Professionals
Is this an internal only recruitment? No
Posting Open Date 05/15/2023
Application Deadline 06/09/2023
Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Research Specialist - Advanced
Salary Grade Equivalent GN13
Working Title Research Specialist (Mohlke Lab)
Position Number 20054329
Vacancy ID P017404
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Time-Limited
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment 24 months
Hours per week 40
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $58,000-$75,116
Pay Band Information
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Position Summary Information


Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The mission of the Genetics department is to provide basic and applied genetic/genomic research, education, and training at the interface between biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, mathematics, the social sciences, public health, and medicine to have a profound effect on how medicine will be practiced in the future.
Our graduate programs train students to be creative, sophisticated research scientists prepared to pursue careers focused on genetics and genomics working in academic science, government, or commercial positions. Students conduct their dissertation research using diverse experimental approaches – from classical genetics to the most modern molecular methods – to address a broad range of contemporary problems in biomedical science.
The Department also includes a clinical arm focused on medical genetics, which covers the broad spectrum of clinical genetic research from disease prevention to diagnosis and treatment. This specialty includes evaluation, mutation discovery, counseling and risk assessment through analysis and genetic testing. Locating the clinical group alongside basic scientists facilitates integration of cutting-edge genetic research with patient care.
Position Summary
THIS IS A TIME-LIMITED POSITION WITH AN ESTIMATED DURATION OF 2 YEARS.
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as Research Specialist and laboratory manager in the laboratory of Dr. Karen Mohlke. This laboratory studies human genetic susceptibility to type 2 diabetes, obesity, dyslipidemia, and related quantitative traits. The Research Special will perform research using molecular and cellular biology approaches to test the molecular and biological consequences of human genetic variants associated with common, complex metabolic traits. The Research Speialist will be responsible for maintenance of a safe and efficient laboratory environment, including updating the lab safety plan and ensuring that lab members are safely trained in new procedures. The Research Specialist will maintain laboratory resources, including supplies, chemicals, equipment, and facilities and identify new supplies and equipment to increase efficiency of lab activities. The selected candidate will work with lab members and collaborators and train other researchers, including technical staff, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, undergraduate students and others. Research activities will include molecular genetic assays and analyses such as PCR, cloning using bacterial and viral vectors, mutagenesis, measurement of RNA and protein levels, mammalian cell culture, tissue processing, sequencing library preparation, chromatin analysis, basic statistical analyses, and bioinformatic analyses using human genome resources. The Research Specialist will develop and improve CRISPR-based genome editing methods in the laboratory, including prime editing and implementation of multi-plexed high-throughput genome editing screens and assays.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
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.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
* Candidate must be adept at standard molecular biology techniques and tissue culture. 
* Candidate must have knowledge of human genetics concepts.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
* B.S. in Genetics, Cell and Molecular biology, or a related field
* Eight years experience in a research laboratory using standard molecular biology techniques and tissue culture
* Ability to use the research literature to design detailed experimental methods, procedures, and/or techniques
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements
Special Instructions
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Contact Information


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If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu
Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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