Senior Research Associate - RI Gen Rajappa

Davita Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare seeks a Researcher to oversee laboratory research and coordinate research activities. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with a preference for candidates holding a Master's degree. The successful applicant will collaborate with other researchers, conduct independent studies, manage budgets, and present findings at scientific conferences. Strong analytical skills and the ability to prepare detailed reports and proposals are essential.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant research experience or Master's Degree required.
• Experience in scientific publication preparation is valued.

Responsibilities

• Conducts independent research studies and laboratory analysis.
• Collects experimental data, conducts analysis, and prepares reports for review.
• Mentors less experienced research personnel.

Skills

Data Collection

Statistical Analysis

Report Preparation

Mentoring

Computer Literacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

Master's Degree

Job description

Overview:

Job Description Summary:

Coordinates activities of technical and professional employees engaged in laboratory research. Conducts independent research and prepares position papers; Ensures research experiments and laboratory analyses are performed in accordance with specific guidelines.

Job Description:

Essential Functions:

• Conducts independent research studies and laboratory analysis in conjunction with a principal investigator. Performs research experiments independently in accordance with protocols approved by 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 and interacts with other researchers doing similar studies. Serves as a resource for other investigators and as a mentor to less experienced research personnel. Coordinates activities of employees in laboratory research. 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 or equivalent experience, required.
• Master's Degree, preferred.

Licensure Requirement:

(not specified)

Certifications:

(not specified)

Skills:

• Must be able to use research methods in generating and collecting data and analyzing the data for report preparation.
• Must be able to develop complex position papers and reports, and help in preparation of research grant proposals and scientific publications.
• Must be computer literate.

Experience:

Twoyears of relevant research experience or 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

Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:

(not specified)

"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"