Imaging Research Specialist II
About The Position
The Imaging Research Specialist II works in the Vanderbilt University Institute of Imaging Science, running imaging experiments, recording results, and participating in the development and implementation of imaging research studies under occasional guidance. The role includes animal treatment and tissue extraction, with particular focus on ocular tissue and immunohistochemistry. The specialist performs and analyzes imaging research, including ex-vivo imaging of ocular tissues. They assist with protocol development, experimental design and analysis, study tools, data-collection methods and databases, and educational materials. The role also contributes to communicating research findings and preparing grant applications and contract proposals.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- Two years of relevant work experience.
- Laboratory techniques experience, including animal surgery, ocular tissue extraction, and immunofluorescence staining.
- Intermediate data analysis capability.
- Intermediate communication capability.
- Novice-level electronics capability, including design and fabrication of digital and analog electronic devices.
- Novice-level technical writing capability.
- Intermediate regulatory compliance knowledge and ability to interpret and explain rules and regulations.
- Intermediate anatomy and physiology knowledge.
- Intermediate scientific instrumentation knowledge and practical use.
Responsibilities
- Perform, collect, evaluate, and analyze imaging research data under supervision.
- Operate scientific experiments involving detailed protocols for ex-vivo imaging of ocular tissues, including procedures, protocols, and quality-control measures.
- Assist in protocol development.
- Conduct experimental design and analysis.
- Write imaging protocols and oversee their implementation.
- Design study or survey tools.
- Develop data-collection methods and/or databases.
- Prepare educational tools for use with the study.
- Contribute to reports of results, including graphs, charts, tables, and other research findings.
- Contribute to preparation of grant applications and contract proposals.
- Analyze data acquired during the study.
- Perform animal treatment and tissue extraction, with particular focus on ocular tissue and immunohistochemistry.
Benefits
- The role may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
