What are the responsibilities and job description for the BNA Research Technician position at University of South Carolina?
Posting Number
RTF00247PO26
USC Market Title
Research Specialist
Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156402
Business Title (Internal Title)
BNA Research Technician
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
College of Arts and Sciences
Department
CAS Psychology
Anticipated Hiring Range
$45,000
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
- Standard work schedule is Monday – Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm with one hour for lunch.
- Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Type of Staff Position
Staff Research Grant (SRGP)
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Other Professional
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below
The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
South Carolina Retirement
Yes
State Insurance Programs
Yes
Annual Leave
Yes
Sick Leave
Yes
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
Under general supervision of the Principal Investigator, conducts established, approved animal-research, behavioral-neuroscience, colony-management, and neuroanatomical procedures supporting studies of executive-function impairments in HIV and aging. Maintains breeding, census, genotype, and experimental-assignment records; conducts approved behavioral and tissue procedures after required training; maintains accurate data; and follows animal-care, laboratory safety, and research-compliance requirements.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
- Requires a bachelor’s degree in area of research specialty.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with animal handling, behavioral testing, colony recordkeeping, tissue collection or processing, histology or immunohistochemistry, microscopy, and IACUC-regulated research.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Knowledge of animal-care, research-safety, and IACUC-compliance principles; skill in following approved protocols and maintaining accurate records; ability to conduct behavioral and tissue-based procedures, organize workload, communicate findings, and recognize when to consult a supervisor.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Conduct approved animal handling, behavioral testing, observation, and data-collection procedures according to IACUC-approved protocols and established SOPs.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
30
Job Duty
Maintain colony records and routine husbandry-support documentation; monitor animal status and promptly communicate animal-health or protocol concerns to the supervisor and appropriate staff.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
25
Job Duty
Prepare, label, process, and organize tissue samples for neuroanatomical studies; assist with histology, immunohistochemistry, microscopy, and related procedures as trained.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
25
Job Duty
Maintain complete behavioral, colony, specimen, and data records; enter, organize, and quality-check research data and files.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Job Duty
Maintain behavioral testing and tissue-processing supplies, equipment logs, and required safety, IACUC, and laboratory-compliance documentation.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Position Attributes
Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
No
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
01/15/2027
Position End Date
01/14/2028
Job Open Date
10/26/2026
Job Close Date
12/10/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by December 10, 2026.
Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/214986
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.