Research Specialist

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Job Location (Full Address):

211 Bailey Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14586

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

500224 Regional Toxicology

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 111

Compensation Range:

$64,200.00 - $96,200.00

Responsibilities:

GENERAL PURPOSE
Provides direct research support and is responsible for small and large, complex research projects that constitute major aspects of several larger research projects. Responsible for operation of a specialized research area or laboratory with one or more faculty members within a department. May train technicians, undergraduate students, temporary lab personnel, pre-doctoral students and post-doctoral and medical fellows who join or work with the core laboratory in lab specific techniques. Provides guidance or directly supervises technicians and undergraduate students. May act as liaison with other departments, divisions or organizations

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Sets up and performs experiments and procedures in support of lab goals and grant commitments, such as assays, cell/tissue culture, animal studies, etc. Contributes to the planning and design of studies and experiments in the research lab setting.
• Collaborates with investigators in writing protocols for the conduct of research, including purposes of study, design of experiments, lists of materials, methods to be used, and the schedule of activities. Assists faculty researchers in the design of research projects and in the presentation of research proposals. Documents research leading to patent disclosure or technical and/or scientific advancement.
• Organizes research activities in accordance with approved protocols.
• Informs all staff of their responsibilities in the project. Teaches laboratory techniques and instrumentation procedures to graduate student and professional laboratory support staff. Counsels on technical problems, advises, and assists them with study techniques. Oversees day-to-day operation of project or laboratory and may supervise research and support personnel.
• Develops and installs operating procedures for the laboratory as it pertains to safety. Ensures health and safety practices are maintained in accordance with University policy and the law. Creates and maintains project specific safety manual.
• Prepares written reports and presentations on all on-going projects in the assigned lab, including statistical analysis of all results that will be used in the publication of articles.
• Co-authors or authors publications and may co-present results with Principal Investigator at meetings and/or conferences. Assists in acquiring research funding including development of grant proposals.
• Maintains contact with associated internal and external research laboratories, vendors, and technical representatives concerning the project. Orients visitors to the laboratory. Keeps abreast of trends in field of interest by reading professional journals and attend/participate in weekly lab meetings, and, as appropriate, institutes and seminars.

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related work experience involving direct assistance to researchers required
• Master's degree preferred
• PhD preferred
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment as needed required

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