Research Technician

Davita Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Research Technician 2 to support scientific research in Neurodegeneration. This role involves advanced computational analysis using diverse omics data. You'll work independently on analyses and collaborate with the principal investigator on publications and grant proposals. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and possess strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.
• 0-1 years related experience.
• Ability to apply biological/health science knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent data analysis, including snRNA-seq and proteomic data.
• Support scientific investigation under the Department of Neurology.
• Prepare reports, manuscripts, and grant proposals.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical analysis

Data visualization

Documentation

Training

Education

Bachelor's Level Degree

Tools

R

Python

Jupyter Notebooks

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Research Technician 2 will support scientific research to study the mechanisms underlying Neurodegeneration as directed in the Department of Neurology; the incumbent will perform advance computational analysis using a variety of omics data to study molecular mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimers Disease and amyotrophic Lateral sclerosis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct analysis independently, analyzing snRNA-seq data, genomic data, proteomic data and epigenetic data.
• Perform data mining and quality control of the data, statistical analysis and data visualization and interpretations.
• Proficiency use of R and Phyton.
• Maintain thorough documentation of all analyses using Jupyter Notebooks.
• Consolidates and assists with analysis of research results.
• Assists in evaluating validity of data obtained from experimental procedures.
• Summarize results for inclusion in grant proposals, manuscripts, reports, posters, and abstracts.
• Support the principal investigator in preparing research publications and progress reports.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of laboratory activities and research outcomes.
• Help train junior research staff, as well as undergraduate and graduate students, in research techniques and equipment usage.

Essential Duties

• 70%: Assists and supports scientific investigation to study the mechanisms underlying Neurodegeneration as directed; independently conducts assigned analysis; oversees and maintains accurate records of laboratory activities.
• 25%: Records, consolidates and assists with analysis of research results; assists in evaluating validity of data obtained from experimental procedures; summarizes data for inclusion in grant proposals, manuscripts and professional presentations; prepares research progress reports; assists principal investigator with the preparation of publications, manuscripts, articles, posters, and abstracts; conducts library research on requested topics through researching current literature.
• 5% Present results in lab meetings, conferences.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors Degree or equivalent combination of education experience; 0-1 years relevant experience required; ability to translate, adapt and apply academic or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required. Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Function: Research and Scholarship

Sub Function: Research

Career Band: T

Career Level:T2