Research Specialist Senior

About the role

This exciting opportunity focuses on investigating signaling pathways and protein-protein interaction experiments in mammalian skeletal muscle cells. The successful candidate will perform molecular and cellular biology experiments, maintain cell cultures, analyze and interpret research data, and contribute to innovative projects aimed at advancing our understanding of muscle biology. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative research environment while developing expertise in a variety of laboratory techniques.

Responsibilities

• Investigate signaling pathways and protein-protein interaction experiments in mammalian skeletal muscle cells
• Perform molecular and cellular biology experiments
• Maintain cell cultures
• Analyze and interpret research data
• Contribute to innovative projects aimed at advancing our understanding of muscle biology

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field and more than two years of laboratory experience in molecular and cellular biology, including sterile technique, PCR, bacterial culture and purification, and gel-based assays
• Experience with site-directed mutagenesis, protein purification, viral transduction, and computational analysis of protein conformations and protein-protein interactions
• Strong writing, analytical, organizational, and computer skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a research team

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 10:00AM to 5:00PM or as negotiated

Pay

$26.00 to $32.00 per hour, working 30 hours per week

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Retirement
• Paid time off
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid parental leave
• Paid caregiver leave
• Educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses

Application Materials

• CV/Resume
• MU Application

About Us

The Bond Life Sciences Center at the University of Missouri is a dynamic hub where groundbreaking research meets real-world impact. Designed to foster interdisciplinary collaboration, our state-of-the-art facility brings together experts in diverse fields—engineers, cancer biologists, plant scientists, and IT specialists—all working towards a common goal: to save lives, reduce costs, and enhance everyday life for Missourians and people around the globe.

We are committed to transforming scientific discoveries into actionable solutions. Our innovative research not only addresses pressing challenges in human and animal health, the environment, and agriculture, but it also translates into meaningful improvements in the lives of individuals everywhere. We also strive to share our findings with the public, ensuring that our discoveries resonate far beyond the lab in a language anyone can understand through our blog, Decoding Science, events for the public, social media and more.

At the Bond Life Sciences Center, you'll be part of a vibrant community dedicated to making a difference. Our collaborative environment not only supports innovative research but also ensures that our discoveries lead to tangible benefits for society. Work in an award-winning facility designed for creativity and impact and contribute to a mission that truly changes lives. Join us in our quest to advance science and improve lives, one discovery at a time!