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Research Associate-Burclaff Lab

North Carolina State University

Commensurate with education and experience ($60,000 - $70,000)

life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Aug 28, 2026

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG194840EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Research Associate-Burclaff Lab
Anticipated Hiring Range	Commensurate with education and experience ($60,000 - $70,000)
Work Schedule	Monday- Friday 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. with occasional overtime.
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Department of Molecular Biomedical Sciences
About the Department	North Carolina State University's College of Veterinary Medicine (NC State CVM) is a dynamic community whose members are dedicated to preparing veterinarians, veterinarian scientists, and biomedical scientists while advancing animal and human health from the cellular level through entire ecosystems. The Department of Molecular Biomedical Sciences at the NC State CVM trains veterinarians, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows in research-based careers focused on discovering new information about animal and human health and disease and using those findings to enhance animal and human health and wellbeing.
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Essential Job Duties	The Burclaff Lab focuses on understanding how metabolism and cellular energetics are regulated within intestinal stem cells, and how this dynamic regulation supports homeostasis, identity maintenance, fate decisions, cell cycle regulation, and tissue plasticity following injury or disease. We utilize a mix of animal models and cutting-edge, genetically modified, primary human intestinal stem cell cultures to advance our understanding of the mammalian intestine. The Research Associate will advance research operations, understand project rationales, and execute experiments to test scientific hypotheses across mouse models, cell lines, and primary cell cultures. In this role, you will also assist with laboratory management, including inventory tracking, equipment oversight, and day-to-day operational organization. Core Duties and Technical Responsibilities: Primary Cell Culture Management: Establish, propagate, and maintain mammalian primary cell cultures and established cell lines using aseptic techniques to support research projects. Molecular & Biochemical Assays: Perform routine and advanced molecular biology and biochemical assays, including DNA/RNA/protein extraction, PCR, RT-qPCR, gel electrophoresis, tissue sectioning, immunofluorescence, immunohistochemistry staining, and live image analysis. Animal Model Care & In Vivo Research: Oversee mouse colony operations-including handling, breeding, weaning, genotyping, and tissue collection-and execute experimental procedures in accordance with institutional guidelines. Laboratory Operations & Instrumentation: Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment, manage inventory and data logs, and ensure strict compliance with safety protocols and standard operating procedures. If you are a collaborative scientist who enjoys hands-on research, solving problems, and keeping complex laboratory operations running smoothly, we encourage you to apply.
Other Responsibilities	Additional duties include organizing and maintaining research data, drafting or editing documents, contributing to publications, grant applications, and presentations.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree, or relevant Bachelor's degree plus 3 or more years of independent research experience. May require terminal degree and licensure. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications	Experience in mammalian primary cell culture (establishment and maintenance) Experience in molecular biology and biochemistry techniques (PCR; RT-qPCR; gel electrophoresis, DNA, RNA, and protein extraction; immunofluorescence; immunohistochemistry) Experience in mouse colony management (animal handling, breeding, weaning, genotyping, etc) and in vivo experimentation
Preferred Qualifications	Prior research experience. Ability to work with animals. Strong computer skills and ability to use highly specialized laboratory equipment with troubleshooting abilities.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required	No
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	08/28/2026
Anticipated Close Date	9/14/2026; if posting is still active we are accepting and reviewing applications.
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please include a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three professional references.

Position Details

Position Number	00112294
Position Type	EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.0
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID	194001 - Department of Molecular Biomedical Sciences
EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.