Research Specialist - Contributing | East Carolina University - Military Veterans

Job Duties: A full time technician is needed to assist with performing experiments investigating effects of the anti-seizure drug cannabidiol on learned behaviors. The employee uses a background in science to be capable of, and proficient with, learning to perform detailed procedures. Good record-keeping, organizational ability and reliability are essential as well as working and collaborating well with others. Special Instructions To Application: Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment). Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Minimum Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Full time or Part time: Full Time Position Location (city): Greenville Position Number: 400247 Organizational Unit Overview: The Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology in the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University currently has 11 faculty supporting MS and doctoral programs. State-of-the-art facilities support research across pharmacology and toxicology domains, with strengths in cardiovascular, neuro-, and cancer pharmacology and environmental, immuno-, and neurotoxicology. Faculty have multiple collaborations with scientists across the university and with academic, government, and industrial scientists outside the university. The Department has a strong commitment to inter-disciplinary research and has maintained a strong record of extramural funding from myriad sources. The department maintains a doctoral graduate program offering a Ph.D. concentration in Pharmacology and Toxicology as part of a Biomedical Sciences umbrella program. This flexible, research-based program is designed to develop the interests, capabilities, and expertise of tomorrow's basic medical scientists. The School of Medicine also sponsors an MS program that is a significant source of students who complete thesis research with our faculty. The department values diverse experiences and perspectives. We strive to create a welcoming and respectful learning environment that promotes access and opportunity for all. We also are firmly committed to supporting activities that enhance diversity and inclusion in research, teaching, and service.