Researcher Associate (Temp)

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a Researcher Associate (Temp) to conduct complex studies, design experiments, and interpret data. The role collaborates with senior researchers to develop protocols and may mentor junior staff while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The position involves independent project work with direction as to general results, potential grant support activities, and on-site responsibilities at Temporary Services.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience designing and interpreting experiments is expected.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and ensure safety/regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Uses advanced techniques across studies and analyses.
• Evaluates approaches to novel problems with scientific principles.
• Independently performs projects and communicates findings publicly.
• May assist with grant proposals and manuscript preparation.
• May involve collaboration/contact with researchers, animals, or specimens.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Experiment design

Data interpretation

Independent research

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Job Description - Researcher Associate (Temp) (T238655)

Researcher Associate (Temp) - ( T238655 )

Description

As a Researcher Associate, this intermediate-level position requires the independent conduct of complex studies and analyses that contribute to the advancement of research projects. With greater autonomy, the role involves designing experiments, interpreting data, and collaborating with senior researchers to develop and refine research protocols. Responsibilities may also include mentoring junior staff and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Depending on the research focus, this position may involve research collaborator contact, research animal contact, and/or specimens.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Uses expertise and ingenuity in the application of a wide variety of specialized and advanced techniques.
• Applies scientific principles to the solution of critical issues, evaluating approaches to unforeseen or novel problems.
• Assimilates the details and significance of various scientific analyses and procedures. Independently performs assigned projects with direction only as to the general result expected. Communicates findings through recognized publications and scientific meetings.
• May be required to assist with grant proposals for new funding opportunities, including the preparation and editing of grant applications and manuscripts.
• Depending on the research focus, may involve research collaborator contact, research animal contact, and/or specimens.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field OR Associate's degree in a related field and two (2) years of related experience OR High School diploma or GED and four (4) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

$41,175 - $66,915

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

Temporary Services

Job Category

UAB Temporary Services

Organization

114402000 Temporary Services

Employee Status

Temporary

Shift : Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager) : Onsite