Research Associate - RI IGM Stottmann

nationwidechildrens; North Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital seeks a research professional to conduct independent research in coordination with a Principal Investigator (PI). You will organize experiments, collect data, analyze results, and prepare comprehensive reports with graphs for PI review.

You will collaborate with other researchers, mentor junior staff, and assist in preparing scientific publications and grant proposals while attending conferences and presenting findings.

Qualifications

• Ability to use research methods in generating and collecting data and analyzing the data for report preparation.
• Ability to develop complex position papers and reports and help in preparation of research grant proposals and scientific publications.
• Effective computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducts independent research studies and laboratory analysis in conjunction with PI.
• Organizes research experiments and maintains records.
• Collects and analyzes experimental data and prepares reports with graphs and tables for PI review.
• Collaborates with other researchers and mentors less experienced staff.

Skills

Research methods

Position papers & reports

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Job Description Summary

Conducts independent research within a general area in conjunction with a Principal Investigator (PI). Manages basic and complex projects ensuring timelines, deliverables, and expectations are met.

Job Description

Essential Functions

Conducts independent research studies and laboratory analysis in conjunction with PI. Organizes research experiments, appropriately arranges subjects, and maintains records.

Collects experimental data, conducts analysis in accordance with statistical procedures, and retains accurate logs of methods, results, and conclusions. Prepares reports, including graphs, tables, and photographs, of the results for PI review.

Collaborates with other researchers doing similar studies. Serves as an experienced resource for other Investigators and mentors less experienced research staff.

Observes difficulties encountered in set up and conduction. Assists the PI with the preparation of scientific publications and grant proposals. Attends scientific conferences and gives scientific presentations.

Orders and maintains inventory, ensures equipment is in working order, and prepares budget proposals for equipment and supplies required to conduct research.

Monitors study expenditures to assure that budgetary constraints are followed and that research studies are conducted within budget. Assists with preparing research budgets and prepares budget proposals for future research projects.

Education Requirement

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field, required.

Master's Degree, preferred.

Skills

Ability to use research methods in generating and collecting data and analyzing the data for report preparation.

Ability to develop complex position papers and reports and help in preparation of research grant proposals and scientific publications.

Effective computer skills.

Experience

One year of post-degree research experience, or a Master's Degree, required.

Physical Requirements

OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Climb stairs/ladder, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs

FREQUENTLY: Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Cold Temperatures, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Electricity, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Hot Temperatures, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Standing, Walking

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Computer skills, Decision Making, Depth perception, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing - Far/near, Sitting, Squat/kneel

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"