Postbaccalaureate Research Associate

20h20 hours ago

Nationwide Children's Hospital

Dallas, US · Full-time · $42,000 – $55,000

About this role

Conducts research within a general area under the supervision of senior research personnel and the Principal Investigator as part of the Research Post-Baccalaureate Program. Manages basic and complex projects ensuring timelines, deliverables, and expectations are met.

Conducts research studies and laboratory analysis under supervision. Organizes research experiments, appropriately arranges subjects, and maintains records while collecting experimental data in accordance with statistical procedures.

Collaborates with other researchers doing similar studies and serves as an experienced resource for other Investigators. Mentors less experienced research staff while attending scientific conferences and giving presentations.

Assists the PI with the preparation of scientific publications and grant proposals. Orders and maintains inventory, ensures equipment is in working order, and monitors study expenditures to assure budgetary constraints are followed.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field, within the past three years, required.
Laboratory or research experience required.
Ability to use research methods in generating and collecting data and analyzing the data for report preparation.
Ability to develop complex position papers and reports and help in preparation of research grant proposals and scientific publications.
Effective computer skills.

Responsibilities

Conducts research studies and laboratory analysis under supervision while organizing experiments and maintaining records.
Collects experimental data, conducts analysis in accordance with statistical procedures, and retains accurate logs of methods and results.
Prepares reports including graphs, tables, and photographs of results for PI review.
Collaborates with other researchers and serves as a resource for Investigators while mentoring less experienced staff.
Assists the PI with preparation of scientific publications and grant proposals and gives presentations at conferences.
Orders and maintains inventory, ensures equipment is in working order, and prepares budget proposals for supplies.
Monitors study expenditures to assure budgetary constraints are followed and assists with preparing research budgets.