Research Lab Tech II; Gang Luo

Summary

Carries out a broad range of technically advanced research activities and procedures; evaluates conclusions and has considerable latitude to modify or devise methods and techniques as necessary to achieve desired results; typically supervises technical and sometimes administrative elements of the research unit.

• Executes protocols of non-routine experiments.
• Assists PI with determining the most suitable methodology.
• Performs basic design and modification of protocols.
• Calculates, transcribes, and analyzes data.
• Prepares and presents reports.
• Organizes and summarizes acquired data using scientific and Statistical Techniques.
• Participates in the design of experiments or field work.

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

Previous Research Lab Experience 1-2 years required

• Analytical skills and ability to resolve technical problems.
• Ability to interpret acceptability of data results.
• Strong Computer skills.
• Demonstrated competence in research techniques and methodologies.

Conducts research in association with Principal Investigator or as part of a research team.

• Conducts complex research project sand participate in all phases of research, including designing some of the experiments, preparation and conduct of studies, and data collection and analysis.
• Work closely with postdoctoral research fellow(s) and lab PI.
• Attendance at lab and project meetings.
• Works independently and as part of a research team.
• Exhibits ability to contribute independently to the research endeavors.
• Plans and undertakes research on specific areas under study; provides design of research, selects research methodology, develops new methods or compounds.
• Collects and analyzes results of studies; interprets results.
• Collaborates in writing papers for presentation or publication; presents research findings with frequency in order to gain standing in the professional community.
• Compiles information and statistics for grant applications.

• MS in the field of computer science, information technology, computer engineering preferred
• 2-5 years related research experience preferred. Post graduate education will count towards experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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