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Research Associate IV

UMass Med School
United States, Massachusetts, Worcester
Nov 03, 2024

Research Associate IV
Minimum Salary

US-MA-Worcester
Job Location

3 weeks ago(10/17/2024 9:42 AM)


Requisition Number
2021-38979

# of Openings
1

Posted Date
Day

Shift
Exempt



Overview

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Under the general direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Associate IV performs a variety of complex research experiments and is responsible for overseeing laboratory operations within the Department.



Responsibilities

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Independently design and perform multiple complex laboratory experiments
  • Identify and utilize all software relevant to experiment and equipment used
  • Interpret data, form conclusions and decide on next steps with a high degree of independence
  • Maintain accurate records, and record results according to established lab, sponsor and University protocol
  • Review literature, publications and grants relevant to assigned projects
  • Record results according to established lab, sponsor & university protocol
  • Perform in-depth data analysis and/or mathematical computations
  • Maintain a detailed lab notebook according to lab practice
  • Compile and analyze data, and present in a format suitable for publication according to PI specifications
  • Present findings at lab/group meetings and other forums
  • Maintain laboratory supply levels and order as noted
  • Manage laboratory equipment service contracts and coordinate maintenance on laboratory equipment.
  • Prepare and label buffers, media, solutions, etc.
  • Monitor and enforce all safety regulation and infection control standards
  • Identify and write standard operation procedures in compliance to EHS regulation specific for the lab
  • Train on IACUC, EHS, Radiation safety protocols
  • Comply with all applicable state, federal university, and sponsor policies and agreements
  • Manage daily operations of the laboratory, including lab personnel, procedures and projects
  • Identify problems and challenges, propose resolutions, implement appropriate solutions
  • Develop and implement new protocols and/or modify defined protocols, as necessary, and with the approval of the PI
  • Prioritize and perform several tasks or procedures simultaneously with attention to detail
  • Perform duties and experiments with independence
  • Mentor and train lab personnel on proper lab conduct and techniques
  • Manage laboratory spending in accordance with budget guidelines provided by PI or designee
  • Assist with budget and/or operational aspects of grant and contract proposals
  • Negotiate with vendors to optimize available resources
  • Contribute independently to writing sections for manuscripts and grants
  • Direct the activities of research support staff
  • Perform other duties as required


Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Biological or Natural Science and 5+ years of relevant research experience or a related Master's degree with 3+ years of relevant research experience.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
  • Strong ability to analyze complex visual data in a quantitative and objective manner
  • Ability to work in a team environmen


Additional Information

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, or designee

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Supervise aides, technicians, and associates

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Wet chemistry laboratory, and may require appropriate contact with biohazards, radionuclides, toxins, animals, and human specimens

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