Research Technologist I - 004422

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Number

004422

Position Title

Research Technologist I - 004422

Division

College of Medicine

Department

720100 - 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. An equivalent combination of education and 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 I. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

**Essential Functions**

• Studies complexes involved in the repair of mitochondrial DNA via the base excision repair pathway.
• Utilizes both biochemical and biophysical approaches to study the complexes formed during the base excision pathway to the mitochondria.
• Performs various techniques including in vitro protein purification, binding activity, repair assays, multi-angle light scattering, X-ray crystallography, and SAXS .
• Assists new post-doctoral research fellows and graduate assistant students in their projects as needed.
• Collects data and prepares reports of findings.
• Follows appropriate safety procedures for handling biohazardous and highly toxic substances.
• Maintains laboratory inventory, orders supplies as needed, and keeps lab in an orderly manner.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies

1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

08/08/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Working Days

Monday - Friday

Working Hours

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Job Location

Main Campus

Full-time or Part-Time

Full Time

Regular or Temporary

Regular