Associate Research Scientist

Position: Associate Research Scientist I
Location:

Medical Center Office Building (901 7th Ave)

Department:

Clinical and Translational Science

Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly

Hours:



40

Summary:

The Associate Research Scientist assists with project management and is responsible for reviewing, proposing, developing and conducting quality evaluations; as well as participating in study design, instrument development, data gathering, and reporting for basic investigator-initiated studies. Other duties involve correlating and evaluating material prepared by the project team, performing customer contact and liaison functions as necessary, and developing and maintaining mutually satisfactory relationships with groups within Cook Childrens, other companies, and federal and state agencies.

Education/

Experience:

• Bachelors degree in appropriate field (e.g., healthcare, social or health science, etc.) and 1-3 years of relevant professional experience
• Masters degree with relevant professional experience is preferred

Position requires an individual with:

• Computer proficiency in word processing and Excel
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Strong organizational skills and be detail oriented
• Excellent interpersonal and oral, written, and electronic interpersonal communication skills
• Experience with project management methodologies preferred
• Knowledge of research and medical terminology, grant writing and governmental rules and regulations preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of operational, logistical and administrative requirements of research studies preferred

About Us:

Cook Childrens is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Childrens offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination.