Drosophila Research Technician - Clemson Center for Human Genetics, Greenwood SC at Clemson University in Greenwood, South Carolina

Job Description:

Clemson University



Job ID:109614

Location:Clemson University

Full/Part Time:Full-Time

Regular/Temporary:Temporary

JOB SUMMARY:

Support the NIDA research project in the labs of Drs. Trudy Mackay and Robert Anholt.

JOB DUTIES:

60% - Essential - Perform behavioral phenotypic analysis on Drosophila to determine the genetic basis of variation in consumption and preference of cocaine and morphine.

40% - Essential - Assist staff scientists, postdoctoral researchers and graduate students as time allows. This will entail maintaining Drosophila stocks, collecting samples for next generation sequencing, and performing phenotypic assays

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - High School or Equivalent and work experience in a clinical or research setting
Work Experience 0+ years

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Bachelor's Degree - Genetics and/or Molecular Biology
Work Experience 1+ years, prior experience with Drosophila is desirable but not necessary

RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Bachelor's Degree - Genetics and/or Molecular Biology
Work Experience 1+ years, prior experience with Drosophila is desirable but not necessary

WORKING CONDITIONS:

5% Chemical Hazards

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5

JOB LOCATION:

Greenwood, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

March 27, 2025 at 11:59pm EST

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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