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Research Technologist II - 008021 in Mobile, Alabama at University of South Alabama

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University of South Alabama
Mobile, Alabama, 36688, United States
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Posting Details
Position Information
Position Number008021
Position TitleResearch Technologist II - 008021
DivisionCollege of Medicine
Department720100 - Biochemistry
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a physical or natural science from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and one year of experience in a public health, medical, clinical or research laboratory. An equivalent combination of education or experience may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Job Description Summary
The University of South Alabama’s department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is seeking to hire a Research Technologist II. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.
Essential Functions
These are the job duties required of the position.
Essential Functions
  • Studies complexes involved in the repair of mitochondrial DNA via the base excision repair pathway.
  • Uses both biochemical and biophysical approaches to study the complexes formed during the base excision repair pathway in the mitochondria to include in vitro protein purification, binding activity, and repair assays, multi-angle light scattering, X-ray crystallography, and SAXS.
  • Assists new post-doctoral research fellows and graduate students in their projects, as needed.
  • Performs basic laboratory tasks such as inventory, ordering of lab supplies, as well as awareness of issues involving laboratory safety, and radiation safety are required.
  • Supervises and participates in collecting, recording, and preparing laboratory specimens and cultures for research experiments.
  • Conducts technical and very complex laboratory research activities involving the analysis and evaluation of research data and independently preparing reports describing research results using a variety of complex statistical measures.
  • Conducts technical and very complex chemical and biological analyses requiring considerable knowledge of associated properties and characteristics of specimens used.
  • Assists with the planning of experimental protocols and may adapt new techniques to experiments.
  • Supervises and trains laboratory assistants and lower level technical positions.
  • May design and direct the construction of laboratory research equipment.
  • Maintains inventory records of laboratory equipment and supplies and initiates purchase orders to replenish supplies.
  • Regular and prompt attendance.
  • Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
  • Related duties as required.
Posting Information
Number of Vacancies1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date08/12/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until FilledYes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working DaysMonday - Friday
Working Hours8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Job LocationMain Campus
Full-time or Part-TimeFull Time
Regular or TemporaryRegular
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you at least 18 years of age?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
    • Less than High School
    • High School Diploma or equivalent
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
    • Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
    • Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  5. * How many years of related experience do you have?
    • Less than 1 year
    • Between 1 - 3 years
    • Between 3 - 5 years
    • Between 5 - 7 years
    • More than 7 years
  6. * How did you hear about this position?
    • USA website
    • LinkedIn
    • Zip Recruiter
    • Indeed
    • HigherEd Jobs
    • Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
    • Facebook
    • Word of mouth
    • Other
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
    Optional Documents
    1. Resume
    2. Cover Letter

    The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.


    EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.


    Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
    The University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at: http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/police/resources/fireandsafetyreport.pdf. You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688.

    Job Location

    Mobile, Alabama, 36688, United States

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