UNIV- Program Assistant - Part Time - Department of PHS

Company: Medical University of South Carolina
Location: Charleston
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Summary This position is to support collaboration between Dr. Hanna and the Charleston Waterkeepers (CWK). Duties will include curation and processing of a water biobank with ~1000 samples from 8 locations dating back 5 years, and to coordinate and plan continued water sampling. Processing each water sample will include both genetic extraction and chemical extraction. The technician will assist with 16S rRNA and metagenomic sequencing data analysis to characterize bacterial community profiles. Analyses will focus on long-term patterns and environmental factors that contribute to pollutant composition and human health exposure risks. Long term, the goal of this project and the future studies it will support is to make progress towards essential baseline observations in our region and to make South Carolina an example for rigorous environmental and public health research that can be expanded to other regions. This work will take place at the Hollings Marine Lab at Fort Johnson. Entity Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type? Research Grant Cost Center CC000955 COM Biomedical Informatics Center CC Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade University-04 Pay Range 33,339.00 - 47,509.00 - 61,680.000 Scheduled Weekly Hours 20 Work Shift Job Description Job Description: This position is to support collaboration between Dr. Hanna and the Charleston Waterkeepers (CWK). Duties will include curation and processing of a water biobank with ~1000 samples from 8 locations dating back 5 years, and to coordinate and plan continued water sampling. Processing each water sample will include both genetic extraction and chemical extraction. The technician will assist with 16S rRNA and metagenomic sequencing data analysis to characterize bacterial community profiles. Analyses will focus on long-term patterns and environmental factors that contribute to pollutant composition and human health exposure risks. Long term, the goal of this project and the future studies it will support is to make progress towards essential baseline observations in our region and to make South Carolina an example for rigorous environmental and public health research that can be expanded to other regions. This work will take place at the Hollings Marine Lab at Fort Johnson. Job Duties: 1 . Data analysis: 35% 2. Water sample processing (DNA extraction and Solid-phase extraction: 30% 3. Report and manuscript preparation: 25% 4. Laboratory operations, supply ordering, and adherence to safety protocols:10% MUSC Minimum Training and Experience Requirements: A high school diploma and two years relevant program experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required program experience. Additional Job Description Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and two years relevant program experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required program experience. Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Frequent) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and/or understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent) Ability to work in dusty areas. (Infrequent) If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. 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