Research Associate Scientist II - Strong Laboratory

About the role

SHIFT: Day (United States of America)

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About the Job

This role is an advanced independent researcher that plans, coordinates and executes complex research projects. Works with the Principal Investigator. Participates in and assists in the planning and coordination of research projects, is independent and responsible for a specific aspect of the one or more research projects. Assists in determining the direction of the project.

Prepares and writes manuscripts and research proposals, performs data management and quantitative analyses, collaborates in development of innovative research and educational programs, and serves as an educational resource for the laboratory and the Institution.

The Research Associate Scientist will be asked to independently participate in the execution of multiple research projects in the lab and play a leading role in project planning and recording, interpretating, analyzing, and presenting data. They will also be required to supervise junior lab members, develop new methods and protocols for research, and assist with the development of other research projects in the lab.

Preferred Experience

Zebrafish breeding, fin clipping, mounting, injecting, drug screens, imaging, confocal microscopy, tissue culture, CRISPR editing, flow cytometry

What you will do

• Assists faculty in the conduct of research of significant value in the basic and/or translational science area
• Functions with a high level of independence in the development and execution of research projects
• Plans, conducts, and manages research projects within the federal, institutional regulations and policies
• Collaborates with researchers, external agencies and institutions to develop cooperative research initiatives
• Trains technical staff, students, fellows, and physicians in lab procedures
• Reviews manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals
• Assist in composing/developing applications for grants, contracts, and research funding proposals.
• Responsible for appropriate use of research funds
• May supervise students or other research staff as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• Master's Degree Preferred
• Doctorate Preferred

Experience

• At least eight (8) years of directly relevant post grad scientific lab experience Required
• At least ten (10) years of directly relevant post grad scientific lab experience Preferred
• Successful completion of a Post Doc Fellowship Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Expert knowledge in the use of a wide variety of lab techniques, research equipment and research related software
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent critical thinking / problem-solving skills
• Excellent analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Solid leadership skills

Additional information

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Salary Range

$76,100.00 - $97,000.00 Annually

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

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