Research Associate

  • LSU Health Shreveport
  • Shreveport, Louisiana
  • Full Time
Saturday, July 26, 2025

Career Opportunities - Research Associate

Position Details

Expiration Date

7/28/2025

Department

MB Microbiology & Immunology

Position Type

Professional

Location

Shreveport

Description

The CAIPP lmmunophenotyping Core seeks a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Technician to support the daily operations of our state-of-the-art flow cytometry and imaging facility. This position is essential for supporting investigators by preparing single-cell suspensions for flow cytometry, managing instrumentation, maintaining inventory, and ensuring lab cleanliness. The technician will interact directly with faculty and users, particularly to support Cytation 10 operation and training.

95% - Essential Position Functions and Duties:

Sample Preparation & Acquisition:

Generate single-cell suspensions from tissue for flow

Perform basic flow cytometry acquisition for small

Run Pro-Separator

Conduct antibody testing and monitor dye

Instrumentation & User Support:

Train users on Cytation 10

Monitor andtrack Cytation 10

Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of instruments, including the lsospark and Pro-

Provide customer service support to investigators using the core's

Laboratory Management:

Track and maintain laboratory inventory and

Place and monitor

Maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.

Develop and manage a sample storage tracking

Maintain antibody stocks and track expired

Histological Support:

Perform slide staining for basic histological assessments (no sectioning).

5% - performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

The applicant must meet one of the following:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in Microbiology, Biology, or related field. Must be able to pass a federal background check. Basic knowledge of general laboratory equipment and Microsoft Word and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree from an accredited university in Microbiology or a related area.

Additional Position Information

PSN/PER Number: PSN 59197/PER 1244

Salary Range: $35,000 - $50,000

Primary Location: Shreveport, LA (on-site position)

About the School

The LSU Systems Office has provided LSU Health-Shreveport employees with excellent benefit options designed with you and your dependents in mind. Our Benefits Section is available between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, to help answer any questions you might have about these benefits.

Salary is commensurate with experience and training

Generous Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Optional Retirement Plans

LSU Health is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job ID: 487055972
Originally Posted on: 7/27/2025

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