Research Associate III

Duties noted above plus:

May assist with the training of new lab personnel.

May assist with drafting manuscript sessions.

Perform complex laboratory experiments and may be responsible for one or more independent research projects.

Perform in-depth data analysis and/or mathematical computations.

Compile and analyze data and present it in a format suitable for publication according to PI specifications.

May oversee laboratory supply levels and order as needed; negotiate with suppliers to optimize available resources.

Monitor laboratory equipment service contracts and monitor maintenance on laboratory equipment.

May manage general operations of the laboratory, including lab personnel, procedures, and projects.

May create new protocols and/or modify defined protocols, as necessary, and with the approval of the PI.

Prioritize and perform several tasks or procedures simultaneously with attention to detail.

Perform duties and experiments with independence.

Provide training of new lab personnel.

May monitor laboratory spending in accordance with budget guidelines provided by PI or designee.

May assist with budget and/or operational aspects of grant and contract funding.

This position will contribute significantly to the management of the research program and will be involved in multiple aspects of the research projects and lab maintenance activities.

Independently design and perform multiple complex laboratory experiments.

Interpret data, form conclusions, and decide on next steps with a high degree of independence.

Maintain laboratory supply levels and order as noted.

Manage laboratory equipment service contracts and coordinate maintenance on laboratory equipment.

Monitor and enforce all safety regulations and infection control standards.

Identify and write standard operation procedures in compliance to EHS regulation specific for the lab

Train on IACUC, EHS, Radiation safety protocols

Manage daily operations of the laboratory, including lab personnel, procedures, and projects.

Identify problems and challenges, propose resolutions, implement appropriate solutions.

Develop and implement new protocols and/or modify defined protocols, as necessary, and with the approval of the PI

Mentor and train lab personnel on proper lab conduct and techniques.

Manage laboratory spending in accordance with budget guidelines provided by PI or designee.

Assist with budget and/or operational aspects of grant and contract proposals.

Negotiate with vendors to optimize available resources.

Contribute independently to writing sections for manuscripts and grants.

Direct the activities of research support staff.

Bachelor’s degree in Biological or Natural Science, or equivalent experience

Basic understanding of lab safety and protocols

Knowledge of Microsoft Office products

Ability to analyze data in a quantitative and objective manner.

Ability to work in a team environment.

Requirements noted for RA I plus:

18 months of relevant research experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biological or Natural Science or 0 years with a related Master’s Degree.

3+ years of relevant research experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biological or Natural Science or 1 year relevant research experience with a related Master’s Degree

5+ years of relevant research experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biological or Natural Science or 3+ years relevant research experience with a related Master’s degree.