Research Specialist I

001 University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester in Rochester, NY is seeking a research-support professional to assist in a Radiation Oncology laboratory. You will help design and execute experiments, manage data, and support ongoing projects designed to advance biomedical research.

Responsibilities include following established protocols, collaborating with other labs, teaching techniques to students, and contributing to documentation and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 1 year of related lab experience required.
• Equivalents accepted: education plus experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
• Ability to organize large data sets, strains, and plasmids.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct research support and opportunity for future development.
• Supports planning, design, and execution of experiments.
• Uses existing protocols and collaborates with other laboratories.
• Works independently with occasional input on modifying procedures to meet needs.
• Teaches laboratory techniques to students and staff and counsels on technical problems.

Skills

MS Office

Data management

Lab equipment troubleshooting

Data analysis

Lab organization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent mix of education/experience

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Job Information

Job Location (Full Address): 90 Crittenden Blvd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642 Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 400123 Radiation Oncology M&D Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URG 107 H Compensation Range: $23.27 - $32.60 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

Provides direct research support and offers opportunity for future experimental and scientific development. Supports the planning, design, and execution of experiments, as well as direct studies. Uses existing protocols and collaborates with other laboratories. Works independently with occasional input on modifying, varying or adapting standard laboratory procedures to meet special needs of research projects

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Contributes to the design and conducts experimental research and investigations to explore and support lab goals, grant commitments, scientific discovery, and/or development. Records, interprets, and conducts analyses and scientific data utilizing standard methods and develops modifications of standard methods to meet special situations. Participates in formulating research methods and suggesting options for improving quality and recommending solutions. Participates in computer database design and utilization, research/data analysis, and suggests future improvements in data measurement. Develops research documentation, such as protocols, reports, reviews, publications, manuscripts, and/or summaries. May be responsible for the operation of a specialized laboratory or research area within a department and/or field work and related data analysis for a research project. Teaches laboratory techniques and instrumentation procedures to students and laboratory technical support staff and counsels them on technical problems. Disseminates research findings to internal and external audiences. Ensures the quality standards and scientific integrity in research activities are maintained. Remains knowledgeable of relevant scientific and technical developments. Attends/participates in weekly lab meetings, and as appropriate, institutes, and seminars. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree and 1 year of related work experience involving direct assistance to researchers required Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Familiarity with MS Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) required Ability to generate and organize large sets of data, strains, and plasmids, and familiarity with all aspects of a laboratory to effectively help organize the lab required Ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment as needed required Excellent organization skills to help coordinate a number of projects, and the skills to help train inexperienced personnel required

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

Location and Campus

Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.