Research Specialist - Journey

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Job Title Research Specialist - Journey Position Number 400566 Vacancy Open to All Candidates Time-Limited Yes Department Homepage hhttps://microbiology-immunology.ecu.edu/ Advertising Department MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY Division ECU Health/BSOM Classification Title 12502 Research Specialist Competency Level 2 - Journey Working Title Research Specialist Number of Vacancies 1 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.000 Full Time or Part Time Full Time Recruitment Range $45,454 - $76,389 Anticipated Hiring Range $45,454 - $55,000 Salary Grade Equivalency MH15 Work Schedule M-F Work Hours 8 am - 5 pm Position Location (City) Greenville Job Category Staff - Professional Organizational Unit Overview

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 of which many are supported by extramural grants and/or contracts. The department provides service to the school, university, state, nation, and profession through the activities of faculty members on committees, study sections, in professional organizations, as consultants, and through other activities.

Job Duties

This position will provide technical assistance to other laboratory members in using genetic-, molecular-, and biochemical-based strategies to study how Brucella strains regulate their genes and produce disease in their mammalian hosts. These studies require work under Biosafety Level 2 and 3 containment, and experimental infections are performed in cellular and mouse models.

Primary Research Responsibilities

• Conducts molecular biology and biochemical research to support NIH-funded projects involving pathogenic bacteria and host interactions under Biosafety Level 2 and 3 conditions.
• Performs laboratory techniques including bacteriology, recombinant DNA methods, protein purification, and preparation of samples for RNAseq, proteomics, ChIP-seq, and HiC analysis.
• Conducts experimental procedures involving mammalian cell cultures and animal models, including infection studies and immunization protocols.
• Analyzes and interprets experimental data to support research objectives and ongoing studies.
• Collaborates with laboratory personnel to support research activities and integrate findings across projects.
• Presents research findings in lab meetings and contributes to discussions on data interpretation and future study design.
• Assists in the preparation of research manuscripts and scientific presentations for publication and professional conferences.
• Communicates research progress and results regularly with the Principal Investigator.

Laboratory Operations & Compliance

• Maintains laboratory inventory by ensuring adequate stock of supplies and coordinating ordering and receipt of materials.
• Tracks and manages purchasing records, including documentation of orders and processing of receipts.
• Ensures compliance with safety and regulatory requirements related to the handling and disposal of biological and radiation materials.

Minimum Education/Experience

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.

License or Certification required by statute or regulation

None

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

Experience and/or coursework in bacteriology, biochemistry, and recombinant DNA work

License or Certification required by the Department

None

Special Instructions to Applicant

• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
• If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
• Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Job Open Date 05/21/2026 Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed. 05/28/2026 Open Until Filled No Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/93737 Alternate option

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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Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.

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• Yes

• No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References