Research Specialist (Gastroenterology)

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan and run experiments after discussion with investigators.
• Work may include making protocol modifications within the parameters set by investigator.
• Utilize specialized knowledge to interpret results, e.g. read controls, and evaluate results.
• Use scientific knowledge and lab experience to evaluate whether component parts of experiments are working as expected.
• Train/orient learners and new staff in the laboratory.
• Absorb and apply published research methods related to current experimental work by investigating published protocols and discussing them with more senior laboratory staff and/or faculty investigators.
• Process analyzed data into figures for scientific publications.
• May order equipment and supplies, and interface with vendors.
• May facilitate problem solving for entry-level lab members with research assays.
• May participate in protocol development, efficiency, and productivity.
• May contribute to writing manuscripts and grants by writing methodology sections.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in biology, chemistry or related field.
• One year of laboratory experience performing relevant techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency:
  • Data Management and Analysis Awareness
  • Experimental Design and Execution Awareness
  • Literature Review Awareness
  • Operations Management Awareness
  • Protocol Development and Optimization Awareness
  • Scientific Writing Awareness

Pay

$17.12 - $29.90 HRLY ($50,000 targeted; Commensurate w/experience)