Researcher

Researcher

Requirements

• A Doctoral degree in Biological Sciences required or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• 5 years of experience in a biological/health research capacity is required.
• Requires successful completion of a background check; qualified candidates may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug screen.

Responsibilities

• High through-put analysis and genomic analysis of gene expression
• Plans, designs, executes, and manages research projects related to the control of development and cancer
• Extracts, collects, analyzes and interprets research data
• To write manuscripts, articles, abstracts and research reports based on laboratory research results
• Assists with development and preparation of grant proposals to obtain outside funding in support of research
• Prepare summaries of research findings for submission to sponsoring agencies
• Conceptualizes, designs and executes complex laboratory experiments
• Plans and executes advanced molecular and cellular techniques
• Plans, coordinates and oversees processing and analysis of data
• Analyzes and interprets research data
• Develops and implements new and/or revised research methodology and techniques
• Plans and tests experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods
• Develops and establishes research controls, criteria and standards
• Performs critical analysis of literature relevant to research
• Collaborates with principal investigator to the writing of project reports, articles and other documents
• Attends and presents research results at national and international scientific conferences, workshops and seminars
• Assists with development, writing and preparation of grant proposals to obtain new or renewal of extramural funding in support of research
• Investigates, identifies and recommends possible sources of research funding
• Participates in developing and managing grant budgets
• Monitors expenses
• Monitors and enforces laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, as well as local, state and federal regulations, including proper disposal and maintenance of regulated materials; provides scientific guidance and technical expertise to undergraduate students, graduate students, post-doctoral fellow, and staff manages daily operations of the laboratory
• Oversees and initiates procurement of lab supplies and equipment
• Negotiates and oversees equipment service contracts and repairs
• Establishes relationships and develops collaborations with other laboratories
• Mentors and trains research personnel as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.