Research Associate - RI Center Microbe and Immunity

Overview

Conducts independent research within a general area in conjunction with a Principal Investigator (PI).

• Conduct independent research studies and laboratory analysis in conjunction with a PI.
• Organize research experiments, arrange subjects appropriately, and maintain records.
• Collect experimental data, conduct analysis in accordance with statistical procedures, and retain accurate logs of methods, results, and conclusions.
• Prepare reports, including graphs, tables, and photographs, of the results for PI review.
• Collaborate with other researchers doing similar studies.
• Serve as an experienced resource for other investigators and mentor less experienced research staff.
• Observe difficulties encountered in set up and conduction.
• Assist the PI with the preparation of scientific publications and grant proposals.
• Attend scientific conferences and give scientific presentations.
• Order and maintain inventory, ensure equipment is in working order, and prepare budget proposals for equipment and supplies required to conduct research.
• Monitor study expenditures to assure that budgetary constraints are followed and that research studies are conducted within budget.
• Assist with preparing research budgets and prepare budget proposals for future research projects.

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field, required. Master’s Degree, preferred.

• Ability to use research methods in generating and collecting data and analyzing the data for report preparation.
• Ability to develop complex position papers and reports and help in preparation of research grant proposals and scientific publications.
• Effective computer skills.

One year of post‑degree research experience, or a Master’s Degree, required.

• Occasionally:
  Bend/twist, climb stairs/ladder, lifting/carrying 11‑20lbs, pushing/pulling 26‑40lbs.
• Frequently:
  Biohazard waste, blood and/or bodily fluids, chemicals/medications, cold temperatures, communicable diseases and/or pathogens, electricity, fume/gases/vapors, hot temperatures, lifting/carrying 0‑10lbs, pushing/pulling 0‑25lbs, standing, walking.
• Continuously:
  Audible speech, color vision, computer skills, decision making, depth perception, flexing/extending of neck, hand use—grasping, gripping, turning, hearing acuity, interpreting data, peripheral vision, problem solving, reaching above shoulder, repetitive hand/arm use, seeing far/near, sitting, squat/kneel.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet