Lead Research Technical Advisor _ SBIR

University of Rochester

6d•$97,400 - $146,000•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Rochester is seeking a Lead Research Technical Advisor to enhance subject area knowledge and provide external consulting. This role involves determining guidelines and standards for technology use, serving as a subject matter expert, and leading the development and implementation of key programs and processes. The position is based at 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, 14642, and is a full-time, regular position within the Center for Advanced Research Tech department.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 8 years of relevant experience required Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Enhances subject area knowledge and provides external consulting.
Determines guidelines and standards for the use of specific technologies.
Serves as the subject matter expert and provides recommendations and solutions for a variety of technical projects or problems.
Leads development and implementation of key programs and/or processes for the organization.
Designs, creates, and establishes Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs) for various technologies and approaches to achieve high quality and consistent results.
Advises on and executes the incorporation of new tools and experimental and analysis protocols.
Responsible for continuing optimization of technologies and protocols and achieving greater efficiency and results.
Establishes appropriate collaborations with Principle Investigators (external and internal) and companies that are developing new technologies.
Keeps abreast of trends by attending seminars, reviewing literature, and meeting with product representatives.
Develops and leads the analysis of qualitative and quantitative data.
Manages and oversees the quality control of processes to ensure the best possible results.
Develops and provides reports to researchers on results and troubleshoots any issues related to data.
Develops, tests, and validates new data analytical methodologies.
Creates and facilitates hands on staff training of these methods.
Tracks and evaluates staff progress/proficiency and alters or enhances training as necessary.
Represents the department at meetings with internal and/or external entities and promotes departmental interests and strategic goals.
Other duties as assigned.