Research Associate - Radiology
University of Iowa · Iowa City, IA · 2 days ago
HealthcareFull-time
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