Research Associate - Radiology

Responsibilities

• Conducts independent and collaborative research in redox biology, radiation biology, and cancer therapeutics
• Designs, develops, and implements experimental protocols to investigate mechanisms of oxidative stress and therapeutic response in cancer
• Critically evaluates scientific literature and integrates emerging discoveries into ongoing research programs
• Contributes to the development of research hypotheses, grant proposals, publications, and presentations

Experiments, Investigations, Evaluations

• Performs basic and complex procedures and techniques as outlined in research protocol, ensuring fidelity to protocols
• Makes modifications to protocols and assists in the design of research protocols
• Maintains monitoring, testing, and evaluating current procedures
• Identifies and adheres to Quality Assurance practices to maintain validity and integrity of research data
• Leads the recruitment of participants for a human subjects’ research study and develops a good rapport with research participants
• Performs subject assessments such as evaluation of psychiatric symptoms and review of medical history; ensures study compliance and prepares documentation for annual review as well as modifications to the IRB
• Oversees data entry into RedCap and monitors data quality on a regular basis

Administrative and Project Management

• Coordinates research activities among multidisciplinary investigators and collaborators
• Organizes, maintains, and analyzes research data and study documentation
• Aids in the preparation and submission of manuscripts, abstracts, grant applications, and progress reports
• Participates in weekly research meetings to review data, plan experiments, and establish project priorities

Facilities and Equipment Management

• Maintains laboratory equipment and coordinates troubleshooting and repairs when necessary
• Ensures proper inventory, storage, and utilization of research supplies and reagents
• Aids in maintaining laboratory compliance with institutional, regulatory, and safety requirements