Researcher 1 participates in planning, design, execution, and management of research projects in a foundational (basic) biological/health science research laboratory investigating cancer in the Comprehensive Cancer Center.

• Participates in developing and implementing goals and objectives of studies

• Designs and executes complex laboratory experiments

• Performs advanced molecular and cellular techniques

• Collects, analyzes and interprets research data

• Assists with development and implementation of new and/or revised research methodologies and techniques

• Tests experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods and make recommendations for utilization

• Assists in establishment of controls, criteria and research standards

• Performs critical analysis of literature relevant to research being undertaken

• Assists in the preparation of research papers and manuscripts for publication and presentation at national and conferences and workshops, and in the writing of project reports, articles and other documents

• Assists principal investigator in the preparation of proposals to obtain new or renewal of extramural funding in support of research

• Coordinates laboratory activities and work assignments of postdoctoral researchers, graduate and undergraduate students, and laboratory research staff

• Oversees and coordinates periodic maintenance and testing of laboratory equipment

• Performs additional duties as assigned.

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