Research Technician - Meurs Lab

About the Department:

The NC State College of Veterinary Medicine is where compassion meets science. Our mission, is to advance the veterinary profession and animal health through ongoing discovery and medical innovation; provide animals and their owners with extraordinary, compassionate medical care; and prepare the next generation of veterinarians and veterinary research scientists.

Our world-leading faculty and clinicians are at the forefront of interdisciplinary biomedical innovation, conducting solution-driven research that defines the interconnections between animal and human health.

Essential Job Duties:

We are seeking a Research Technician to support translational research within the field of comparative genetics, focusing on canine and feline models. This role is designed for a technical expert who enjoys a blend of hands-on laboratory work, data analysis, and project management.Rather than just executing tasks, the successful candidate will be expected to understand the scientific rationale behind our experiments and contribute to methodological developments across several concurrent projects. Core Responsibilities

• Experimental Support: Perform DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, and protein analysis. You will test specific hypotheses and assist in refining new experimental protocols.
• Project Coordination: Manage workflows for multiple projects to ensure deadlines are met. You will analyze experimental data and maintain detailed laboratory records.
• Diagnostics & Quality Control: Support the Cardiac Genetics Laboratory by processing diagnostic requests and overseeing rigorous quality control (QC) to ensure result integrity.
• Lab Operations: Manage inventory, procurement, and laboratory safety protocols to ensure compliance with institutional standards.

This is a time limited position with an expected duration of 1 -2 years.

Other Responsibilities:

As assigned by supervisor

Minimum Experience/Education:

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical Proficiency: Strong foundational knowledge of molecular and cell biology, including the ability to operate highly specialized laboratory equipment.
• Research Autonomy & Collaboration: Proven ability to manage primary studies independently while effectively supporting collaborative team projects.
• Data Integrity: Exceptional record-keeping and data management skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Analytical Problem-Solving: Advanced analytical skills applied to laboratory procedures and complex experimental results.
• Professional Communication & IT: Excellent oral and written communication skills paired with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).