Molecular Lab Manager/Molecular Geneticist (staff position)
The Clemson University Genomics and Bioinformatics Facility (CUGBF)
Clemson, South Carolina, USA

JOB SUMMARY:
A molecular geneticist who will manage the daily operations of the
genomics/molecular biology aspect of the CUGBF, including ordering and
billing. Plans, oversees staff laboratory personnel, supervises and train
students and postdoctoral researchers. Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:
55% - Essential - Research Activities: Designs, performs technical
molecular biology experiments, including but not limited to: DNA/RNA
isolation, cDNA prep, RNA/DNA library preparation, Illumina short-read
NGS, qPCR, PCR, etc. Performs basic bioinformatics tasks such as
de-multiplexing, trimming NGS reads, etc. Monitors quality control
of data generation and oversees/ runs the all equipment in the NGS
sequencing pipeline.
25% - Essential - Lab Management:  Manages lab ordering, invoicing,
accounting/budgeting, record keeping and generation of quotes. Assists
in maintaining regulatory compliance. Manages lab inventory and
records. Maintains/updates social media/website and helps organize
seminars/workshops. Oversees day-to-day maintenance of lab space,
facilities, and equipment.
20% - Essential - Personnel Oversight and training:  Supervises
CUGBF molecular biology personnel, and trains students, staff, and
faculty to carry out genomic and molecular biology experiments and
protocols. Conducts in-service workshops on how to carry out genome
level molecular biology

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education - Bachelor's Degree - Microbiology or medical technology and
experience in a laboratory setting related to the area of employment;
or a bachelor's degree in the natural sciences with academic credits
in biology and experience in a laboratory setting related to the area
of employment. A doctorate in microbiology may be substituted for the
required work experience.

Work Experience 0+ years

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Education -  Doctoral / Professional Degree - Biology or related field
(Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Genome Science)

Work Experience 4+ years of high level genomics and molecular biology work
including next generation library preparation and basic computer skills

WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:
Anticipated Salary Range: $57,334 - $61,000

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
July 23, 2025 at 11:59pm EST

APPLICATIONS:
https://jobs.clemson.edu/psc/ps/JOBS/EXT/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=109786&PostingSeq=1


Inquiries about this position may be directed to:
Dr. Christopher Parkinson, Director, Clemson University Genomics and
Bioinformatics Facility viper@clemson.edu

Rooksana Noorai <rooksan@clemson.edu>

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