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Cell Biology Tutor

Chapel Hill, NC · Remote

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Ability to explain receptor-mediated endocytosis, signal transduction cascades, checkpoint mechanisms, and stem cell differentiation while preparing students for advanced biology, biochemistry, and ...

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Cell Biology Tutor

Durham, NC · Remote

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Raleigh, NC · Remote

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How much do stem cell jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for stem cell in Raleigh, NC is $21.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $26.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by stem cell researchers in a laboratory setting?

Stem cell researchers often encounter challenges such as maintaining the sterility and viability of cell cultures, troubleshooting differentiation protocols, and ensuring reproducibility of experimental results. Additionally, working with sensitive stem cell lines can require precise attention to detail and strict adherence to ethical guidelines. Collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams—including biologists, clinicians, and bioinformaticians—is also essential, as projects often span multiple areas of expertise.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Stem Cell Researcher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Stem Cell Researcher, you need a strong background in cellular biology, molecular techniques, and a relevant advanced degree such as a PhD in a life science field. Mastery of laboratory technologies like flow cytometry, cell culture systems, and specialized software for data analysis is common, and certifications in laboratory safety may be required. Critical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for designing experiments and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These skills drive scientific discovery, ensure accurate results, and foster advancement in regenerative medicine and related fields.

What is the difference between Stem Cell vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectStem CellLaboratory Technician
Required CredentialsAdvanced degrees in biology, biotechnology, or related fields; specialized training in stem cell researchAssociate's or bachelor's degree in life sciences; technical training in lab procedures
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, biotech companies, academic institutionsHospitals, research labs, diagnostic labs
Industry UsageBiotech, regenerative medicine, research institutionsHealthcare, research, diagnostics

Stem Cell professionals focus on research and development involving stem cells, requiring advanced education and specialized skills. Laboratory Technicians support various lab functions, including processing samples and maintaining equipment. While both roles work in laboratory settings, Stem Cell roles are more research-intensive, whereas Laboratory Technicians provide essential technical support across multiple scientific disciplines.

What are stem cell researchers?

Stem cell researchers are scientists who study stem cells, which are unique cells capable of developing into many different cell types in the body. Their work focuses on understanding how stem cells function, how they can be used to treat diseases, and how to safely and effectively use them in regenerative medicine. They may work in laboratories conducting experiments, developing therapies, or researching ways to use stem cells to repair or replace damaged tissues and organs.
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Medical Lab Scientist - Stem Cell Lab - Second Shift

Medical Lab Scientist - Stem Cell Lab - Second Shift

Duke Health

Durham, NC • On-site

Full-time

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At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

Duke University Health System Clinical Laboratories

Pursue your passion for caring and innovation as a team member in the state-of-the-art Duke Health laboratories. Duke Health laboratories are College of American Pathologists accredited and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments certified. The multidisciplinary team is committed to serving the rare and complex testing needs of Duke Health patients by providing timely and accurate results, educating the next generation of laboratorians, scientists and physicians, and researching and developing the cutting-edge diagnostics of tomorrow.


Medical Lab Scientist, Advanced in the Stem Cell Lab at Duke University Hospital. Monday - Friday, Second Shift: either 11:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. or 12:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. One on-call weekend per month.

This position is eligible for the second-shift differential and a $5,000 commitment bonus. 

Stem Cell or Blood Bank experience, as well as ASCP certification strongly preferred. 

General Description 
Perform a variety of routine and complex technical tasks in the performance of laboratory tests and procedures to obtain data for use in the treatment of disease. Job duties include, but are not limited, quality control, clerical tasks (EMMES data entry, patient lab file reviews, completion of CIMBTR forms, etc). ABO Typing, viability testing, sterility testing, thawing of cellular products (37°C, Dextran Albumin Thaws), and cryopreservation of autologous and allogeneic cellular products to include, but not limited to: HPC, Cord Blood, HPC, Apheresis, HPC, Marrow, MNC, Apheresis, etc. Receipt and/or distribution of incoming or outgoing NMDP cellular products using sterile techniques.

Duties Performed: (Technical Duties)
1. QC on Sysmex Hematology Analyzer2. 37°C thawing of cellular products (in STCL and on inpatient units)3. Viability testing using trypan blue (or automated method)
4. ABO/Rh confirmatory testing of cellular products
5. Sterility testing of cellular products pre- and/or post-processing
6. Dextran Albumin thawing of cellular products in the STCL
7. Cryopreservation of cellular products (HPC, Apheresis, HPC, Marrow, HPC, Cord Blood, MNC, Apheresis, etc)
8. CD34+ / CD56+ selection/depletion procedures
9. Processing outgoing NMDP (Be the Match) products including CIBMTR data entry
10. Processing incoming NMDP (Be the Match) products for infusion
11. Processing of fresh, allogeneic products for cryopreservation, infusion
12. Processing of fresh, autologous products for cryopreservation, infusion
13. Disposal and documentation of cellular products approved for discard
14. Working with liquid nitrogen freezers
15. All other job-related duties that are deemed necessary in the laboratory.

Duties Performed: (Clerical or Administrative Duties)
1. STCL EMMES database data entry requirements2. EPIC (clinical medical record used on-site)3. File Reviews required for laboratory batch records
4. Completion of quality control worksheets daily, weekly, monthly, etc
5. Filing of laboratory results in designated/secured file cabinets
6. Processing and testing of outgoing NMDP products including completion of CIBMTR data forms to meet deadlines
7. Processing and testing of incoming NMDP products for infusion
8. Processing and testing of allogeneic fresh products for infusion

Equipment Used:
1. Biological safety cabinets (BSC)2. 37°C water bath3. Sysmex XN-450 hematology analyzer (or equivalent)
4. BacTAlert 3D Microbiology analyzer
5. 1-10 °C refrigerators
6. -20°C freezers
7. -80°C freezers
8. Cryomed controlled rate freezing chambers
9. LN2 vapor freezers
10. Light microscope
11. LN2 dry shippers (MVE, etc)
12. Sorvall RC3C Plus refrigerated centrifuge or equivalent
13. Mini-vortex
14. Sebra heat sealer
15. Sterile tubing welder
16. Pipets
17. Plasma extractor
18. Digital scale
19. Manual tubing stripper
20. Demand 128 label printer and labeling software (DigiTrax)
21. Cellometer
22. Miltenyi CliniMACS
23. Computers
24. REES Temperature Monitoring System
25. Demand ISBT 128 Labeling System for cellular products

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelors of Science/Bachelor of Arts in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science; or Medical Technology required. Minimum educational or experience requirements may be modified on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment) director if minimal CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment) requirements are met by the employee for the tasks being performed.

Experience

None required

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

Certification preferred.


Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.


Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.


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Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.


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