Position Summary The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), IRCP Flow Cytometry and Single Cell Core Facility (FCSC), is recruiting a Research Scientist Specialist to join the core facility. The ...
Position Summary The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), IRCP Flow Cytometry and Single Cell Core Facility (FCSC), is recruiting a Research Scientist Specialist to join the core facility. The ...
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Single Cell Core information
What is a Single Cell Core?
What is the difference between Single Cell Core vs Single Cell Technician?
| Aspect | Single Cell Core | Single Cell Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires a bachelor's degree in biology, biotechnology, or related fields | Usually requires a similar degree or certification in laboratory techniques |
| Work Environment | Research laboratories, biotech companies, academic institutions | Laboratories, research facilities, biotech companies |
| Job Focus | Providing core services for single cell analysis, data processing, and sample preparation | Performing technical procedures, sample handling, and data collection |
The Single Cell Core generally refers to a facility or service providing specialized single cell analysis support, while a Single Cell Technician is an individual performing technical tasks within that environment. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and work in comparable settings, but the Core often oversees multiple technicians and manages core services.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Single Cell Core specialist, and why are they important?
What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in a Single Cell Core facility, and how can new team members prepare for them?

Full-time
Posted 16 days ago
Job description
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), IRCP Flow Cytometry and Single Cell Core Facility (FCSC), is recruiting a Research Scientist Specialist to join the core facility. The Research Scientist Specialist will perform single cell and spatial assays using technologies by 10X, BD, PARSE, Lunaphore and others. This position involves initial consultation with users to define their experiments and determine what technologies/techniques will be used. The Research Scientist Specialist will schedule experiments, order the necessary kits and reagents, and perform molecular biology reactions as required for library preparation and sequencing. Maintaining detailed records and inventories of experiments, samples, data, and invoices is essential.
General Responsibilities
A Research Scientist Specialist delves deeper into niche areas within their field, leading complex research initiatives and developing innovative methodologies. This role demands a higher level of expertise and independent judgment in experimental design and problem-solving. Specialists often mentor junior scientists, contributing significantly to strategic research directions and publishing influential findings. Depending on the research focus, this position may involve research collaborator contact, research animal contact, and/or specimens.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Consultation with users for experimental design.
- Ordering appropriate reagents and kits.
- Performing molecular biology reactions and library preparation.
- Pooling samples for sequencing.
- Data transfer.
- Maintaining records of experiments.
- Troubleshooting.
- Preparing invoices and billing via the FBS system.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Salary Range : $ 81,525- $ 105,980
Qualifications
Qualifications
Doctorate degree in a related field and three (3) years of related experience OR Master's degree in a related field and five (5) years of related experience OR Bachelor's degree in a related field and seven (7) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
Preferences
- Extensive experience with all aspects of quantitative molecular biology (single cell RNAseq, PCR, RT-PCR, sequencing, barcoding, hashing).
- Experience in molecular biology.
- Preferred degree in molecular biology or biological sciences
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