Under direction, provides research, experimental, data analysis and/or operational support to principal investigators working on investigative procedures or research coordinators working on clinical research studies.

This role may perform various assays, imaging experiments, and other technical duties to assist with the research activities of a laboratory and may be required to work with animal models and/or human subjects.

 

•   Participates in planning and carrying out experiments and/or assists with clinical research protocols.

•   As applicable, responsible for routine molecular biology laboratory procedures, such as PCR, protein and DNA electrophoresis, cloning and DNA preparation as well as routine biochemistry assays including western blotting and RT-PCR.

•   As applicable, coordinates the recruitment and enrollment of study participants. Assesses patient eligibility for inclusion in clinical trials. Ensures proper consent protocols have been followed for study participation.

•   If working in a lab, ensures that safe laboratory practices are followed, including the use and disposal of chemicals and hazardous materials and ensures a clean working area and is responsible for washing and storing glassware.

•   May be responsible for animal husbandry, genotyping, surgeries, post-operative care, behavioral testing, sectioning and histology.

•   Conducts library research and literature searches using various computer systems. Assists in editing scientific publications, abstracts and posters.

•   Analyzes data using computer software.

•   May assist faculty in the preparation of grant submissions and associated documentation, which may include just-in-time documents, progress reports, routing forms, abstracts and manuscripts.

•   May assist in the preparation of materials, submissions and renewals to the Institutional Review Board (IRB) or IACUC.

•   Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

•      Bachelor's Degree

 

Some related bench lab or clinical research experience.

Minimum two-year commitment due to a substantial training effort associated with the position. Knowledge of medical terminology is helpful.

 

•   Statistical and database management experience, including proficiency in SPSS and/or RedCap.

•   Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to pay close attention to detail.

•   Ability to multi-task and work in an agile and flexible manner.

 

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Ability to work flexible hours.

Standard laboratory conditions as applicable.

This position may handle radioactive material and/or biologic materials from human subjects as required.

This position may require standing or sitting for long periods of time.

This role may require working within Biologic Safety Level 1, 2 and/or 3 facilities.

 

•   Appreciates and understands the connection between individual goals, departmental goals and the organizational mission.

•   Approaches our job knowing that there are internal and external customers whose expectations we strive to exceed.

•   Demonstrates integrity and ethics at all times.

•   Maintains a flexible and forward thinking approach to the way work is done.

•   Maintains a team-oriented approach, and possesses the ability to cultivate positive and collegial workplace relationships.

•   Possesses excellent work-related skills and the ability to apply them, while continually seeking ways to improve.

•   Possesses the ability to facilitate the flow of information through effective written and oral communication.

•   Understands the need to be responsible for our own outcomes, and takes pride in delivering the best possible work product.