Staff Scientist

Position: Staff Scientist I
## Staff Scientist IApplylocations:
SLU Saint Louis, MOtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :

** Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.
**** JOB SUMMARY
** The Staff Scientist I develops, supports, performs, and manages research. This position performs technical wet-bench, computer-based, community-based, and/or clinical research, and supports the development and execution of research activities. This position also makes significant contributions to the development and execution of new and current projects.##
** PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
*** Designs and performs research studies including technique optimization, assays (behavioral, pharmacological, biochemical, histological, molecular, etc.), data collection and analysis
* Performs complex statistical analysis of data collected and writes interpretative reports; verifies the correctness of the data submitted and makes recommendations based on these analyses
* Authors articles and abstracts; performs literature reviews; leads collaborative preparation of manuscripts and providing of figures for grants; contributes to the intellectual community of Saint Louis University by presenting in journal clubs and research fora, and presents his/her research both within Saint Louis University and beyond
* Develops, optimizes, and provides technical training and ongoing guidance to research projects; solves practical problems relating to difficulties with equipment or test subjects; suggests technical or procedural improvements in testing methods
* Manages and coordinates activities of a busy laboratory, including scheduling, checking inventory, arranging purchases, and evaluating and maintaining common equipment in the research lab areas beyond those of his/her immediate team; helps ensure the laboratories are current with animal and environmental health inspections and assists in writing IACUC and IRB protocols for ongoing and future studies
* Oversees and trains other lab members; delegates tasks; monitors progress of research assistants and student workers to ensure that all work is conducted in a timely manner and complies with the highest standards for research ethics and scientific rigor
* Serves as a liaison to other research groups to facilitate collaborations within and beyond Saint Louis University; performs other duties and special projects as assigned
* Performs other duties as assigned##
** KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
*** Knowledge of scientific approaches and methodologies
* Strong data analysis skills
* Strong math skills
* Attention to detail
* Critical thinking skills
* Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
* Problem-solving skills
* Project management, time management and organizational skills
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Strong presentation skills
* Ability to work independently and demonstrate operational and learning flexibility##
** MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
*** Doctoral degree or equivalent
* Two years of relevant work experience
** Function
* * Scientists Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at .
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