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Job Title:
Research Senior Associate

Department:
CCC | Analytical Cytometry

Senior Research Associate can independently plan, design, execute, and manage  spectral flow cytometry and cell sorting research projects in a foundational (Intermediate/Advanced) biological/health science Analytical Cytometry Shared Resource (ACSR) in the Comprehensive Cancer Center.

• Guides the development and implementation of goals and objectives of studies

• Designs and executes complex laboratory experiments

• Performs advanced cutting edge flow cytometry 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

• Operates independently to ensure laboratory instrumentation is properly maintained and quality controlled on a daily basis

• Deploys extensive knowledge and experience in troubleshooting complex immunological assays to assist FCSR users to achieve complex research goals

• Assists with the oversight and day to day management of junior staff in the lab

• Provides weekly and real-time reporting of critical lab issues and challenges to FCSR management and works collaboratively to overcome obstacles that arise on frequent basis

• Maintains a focus on expenditures to control costs and is present and informed about the FCSR budgetary goals and requirements

Minimum Education Required

• Master's Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with a Major in biological sciences or unknown

Required Qualifications

• Masters degree in an appropriate biological/health science or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required, PhD preferred

• 4 years of relevant biological/health science experience in a research capacity experience required

• Ability to translate, adapt and apply academic and/or practical knowledge in the conduct of biological/health science research is required

• Requires successful completion of a background check; qualified candidates may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug screen

Additional Information:

Location:
Biomedical Research Tower (0112)

Position Type:
Regular

Scheduled Hours:
40

Shift:
First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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