Research Technician

The Li Laboratory in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at Marshall University is seeking a motivated, organized, and detail-oriented Research Technician to support NIH-funded research investigating the molecular mechanisms underlying cardiovascular disease, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), inflammation, platelet biology, and thrombosis.

This is a full-time, at-will position. The successful candidate will complete a three-month probationary period before transitioning to an annual appointment, contingent upon satisfactory performance and continued funding.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Perform daily animal husbandry and monitor the health and welfare of laboratory mice.
• Assist with mouse breeding, genotyping, weaning, identification, and colony record keeping.
• Perform routine laboratory techniques, including:
  • DNA, RNA, and protein extraction and quantification
  • PCR and gel electrophoresis
  • Western blotting
  • Preparation of laboratory buffers and reagents
  • Basic mammalian cell culture (preferred)
• Maintain laboratory inventory and ensure adequate laboratory supplies.
• Prepare common laboratory solutions and reagents.
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks, electronic records, and experimental documentation.
• Follow established laboratory safety procedures and institutional animal care guidelines.

Location MURC - Marshall University Research Corporation Salary Range Salary is commensurate upon education, experience and internal equity

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Animal Science, or a closely related field.

Experience

• Experience handling laboratory animals or a willingness to learn.
• Basic laboratory skills, including PCR, Western blotting, and preparation of laboratory reagents.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while following established laboratory protocols.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

Experience

• Previous experience with mouse husbandry, colony management, and basic mouse surgical procedures.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture.
• Familiarity with ImageJ, GraphPad Prism, or other scientific data analysis software.
• Previous experience working in an academic research laboratory

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number MR0935 Open Date 10/05/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary

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