Research Assistant/Lab Manager (Harrogate, TN) - DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Lincoln Memorial University
- 6965 Cumberland Gap Parkway, Harrogate, TN, USA
- Nov 24, 2025
Job Description
Research Assistant / Lab Manager
Lincoln Memorial University – DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine (DCOM)
Location: Harrogate, Tennessee
Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Position Summary
Lincoln Memorial University’s DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine (DCOM) in Harrogate, TN invites applications for a full-time Research Assistant/Lab Manager. This role provides essential support for DCOM’s research laboratories, including day-to-day operations, technical assistance, safety and compliance oversight, and hands-on support for faculty and student research projects.
The successful candidate will contribute to an academic environment committed to discovery, innovation, and mission-driven medical education.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
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Manage daily operations of DCOM research laboratories
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Maintain and monitor laboratory equipment, supply inventory, and ordering
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Ensure safety compliance, maintain SOPs, and coordinate with campus safety
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Support faculty and students in conducting experiments and using research equipment
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Assist with laboratory procedures including PCR, ELISA, microscopy, bacterial/cell culture, media preparation, and autoclaving
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Maintain research documentation, QC logs, and laboratory records
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Support coordination of clinical research activities and data collection
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Help train students and new users on laboratory procedures and safety
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Contribute to the preparation of manuscripts, protocols, and grant-related tasks as needed
Work Environment
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On-site at LMU-DCOM Harrogate
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Collaborative academic medical school environment
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Opportunities to build broad laboratory skills and support multiple research disciplines
Preferred and Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Biology or a closely related scientific field
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Prior experience in a research laboratory setting (academic, industry, or clinical)
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Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience in biomedical or clinical research
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Familiarity with laboratory safety regulations and compliance standards
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Experience assisting or mentoring students in a lab environment
Application Details (to apply use the Apply Now button below.)
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, candidates must apply through the LMU Careers Portal:
https://careers.lmunet.edu/postings/41466
Only submissions through the official university application portal can be reviewed.
Application Deadline: December 16, 2025.
About Lincoln Memorial University – DCOM
The DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine is dedicated to excellence in medical education, innovative research, and service to rural and underserved communities. LMU is a values-based institution committed to academic quality, student success, and community impact.
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Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN
We wear his name proudly
Our nation's beloved 16th president, Abraham Lincoln, was a native of neighboring Kentucky. But you might not know that he envisioned "a great university for the people of this area," here in the Cumberland Gap. One hundred forty years later, Lincoln Memorial University is the heir of that vision, and we are very proud to wear his name and embrace his legacy.
Nestled in the pristine Appalachian Mountain range, Lincoln Memorial University's main campus in Harrogate, TN, is both scenic and historic. About 55 miles north of Knoxville, TN we're perfectly poised to offer a liberal arts education. A main campus full of activities for residential students and 12 extended sites in surrounding areas, LMU provides educational experiences to suit your life. With over 30 academic majors ranging from accounting to wildlife and fisheries management, success is within your reach.
Most important, LMU is a close-knit community filled with people who care. Students can expect personal attention with an average class size of 17. At LMU, students build relationships that last, and they learn lessons they'll carry for life.
We invite you to explore our website and learn more about Lincoln Memorial University.
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Applicants with dual-career considerations can find university jobs such as professor jobs, dean jobs, chair / department head jobs, and other faculty jobs and professional and administrative staff employment opportunities with the Lincoln Memorial University and at other institutions of higher education in the region on AcademicCareers.com
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