Research Scientist I - Pediatrics

Medical College of Wisconsin; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Retirement plan

Vacation & paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

EFAP

Pet insurance

Onsite fitness facility

Discounts on services

Job summary

Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee seeks a highly skilled researcher to supervise and independently perform studies advancing the PI's research projects. You will design experiments, analyze data, and monitor quality control to ensure data integrity.

PhD in a scientific field is required with experience in biology, chemistry, data analysis, and writing. You will lead projects, develop protocols, and collaborate with investigators on study design and statistical analyses.

Qualifications

• PhD required in a scientific field.
• Strong background in biology, chemistry and data analysis.
• Experience with documentation and record management.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute complex research procedures.
• Coordinate study activities and lead projects.
• Collaborate with investigators on study design and statistics.
• Develop and monitor quality control procedures.
• Oversee laboratory personnel and training.
• Perform data analysis and interpretation of results.
• Maintain supplies and liaise with vendors as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Biology

Chemistry

Mathematics

Documentation

Data analysis

Education

PhD in a scientific field

Job description

Summary

Supervise and independently perform studies to advance the goals of the principal investigator's research projects. Perform experiments, analyze data and compile results and monitor quality control processes to ensure integrity of research.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design and execute complex research procedures.
• Develop and perform routine and complex protocols for research programs.
• Coordinate research study activities; lead and manage projects.
• Assist in developing, implementing and monitoring quality activities.
• Collaborate with principle investigators in determining study design and performing statistical analyses.
• Perform and develop routine and complex computational and database methods for implementation. May serve as primary statistician for area.
• Develop new methodologies for lab procedures.
• Maintain supplies, may negotiate with vendors, track purchase orders.
• Participate in meetings with principle investigator and research staff and evaluate/interpret the validity of data, develop methodologies, evaluate lab procedures.
• May oversee the work of laboratory personnel including training and development as well as daily work direction/delegation/prioritizing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

• Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management.
• Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills.

Qualifications

Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.

Minimum Required Education: PhD in a scientific field

Minimum Required Experience:

Physical Requirements

Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.

Sensory Acuity

Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.

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Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

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