This position is in a laboratory with a focus on pathophysiology of acute brain injury after hemorrhagic stroke and traumatic brain injury. The candidate will work closely with the principal investigator in developing and conducting various research projects. There will be extensive involvement in experimental design, data analysis and documentation of experimental results, and management of laboratory personnel.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Following instructions and discussions with the principal investigator, designs research protocols, including developing procedures for the collection, verification and management of data.
- Assists with grant preparation and reporting.
- Performs complex statistical analysis of data collected and writes interpretative reports. Verifies the correctness of the data submitted and makes recommendations based on these analyses.
- Documents research topics and prepares and submits papers based on research work to publications and committees for publication or presentation to peers.
- Solves practical problems relating to difficulties with equipment or test subjects. Suggests technical or procedural improvements in testing methods.
- Conducts literature searches related to research project.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions
This position works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. The individual must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with rodent handling, tissue processing, flow cytometry, and molecular biology techniques is highly preferred.
- Analytical, reasoning and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to analyze and interpret statistical data and to communicate data in a clear, concise manner.
- Computer literacy, including the ability to use a variety of software packages to analyze data.
Required Qualifications
PhD or master’s degree with 4 years of experience in research lab operations; or equivalent combination of education and experience equaling 9 years.
Grade
R10
Salary Range
$48,000.00 – $86,900.00 / Annually
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one’s qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
