Sr. Research Lab Tech (Wang)

Education
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
Experience in an academic or laboratory research setting 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to oversee the work of others.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to identify problems and develop solutions.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and set deadlines.
- Strong database management and overall computer skills.
- Functions with speed, precision and an understanding of theory behind tests and procedures.

POSITION SUMMARY:

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

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conducts complex research projectsand 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
• Assists in obtaining funding but not required to obtain own funding

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

MS, preferably in the field of the specific research study

3-10 years related research experience. Post graduate education will count towards experience.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Lab setting

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

None (other than the ability to use a computer)

HIPAA Privacy Training and Sanctions

All employees who have access to health information whose confidentiality is protected by the HIPAA Privacy Rule are required by the Rule to receive training so that they have an understanding and knowledge of the Privacy Rule that corresponds to their job responsibilities and of the group health plan's policies and procedures that impact on their job duties. Training on the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule and the plan's health information policies and procedures under the direction of the institution's privacy officer is a pre-requisite for this position.