Life Science Research Associate III

Stanford Health Care•Palo Alto, CA

2d•$51 - $66•Onsite

About The Position

If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered. Day - 08 Hour (United States of America) This is a Stanford Blood Center job. A Brief Overview Perform complex functions and activities involved in defined research projects, and independently conduct a major portion of the research project(s). Locations Stanford Blood Center What you will do Design research approaches for a major portion of research project(s), including background research, experimental design and execution, problem-solving, and writing up for publication. Develop new protocols; test and evaluate a variety of approaches. Perform complex (lab and/or field) experiments, and maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes; analyze and interpret research data resulting from original procedures and methods. Assist with new research proposals and applications for funding and grants. Lead or participate in multidisciplinary teams across different faculties or schools. Prepare periodic progress reports or written reports on all phases of the research project. Contribute substantively to the preparation of papers for publication, especially in the results section. May be a co-author on publications. Present ongoing work and findings to colleagues at academic conferences. Perform ongoing literature review to remain current with new procedures and related research; propose new research directions based on new advances discussed in literature. Oversee supply and equipment budget under minimal supervision of principal investigator or business manager. Work with health and safety department to ensure lab complies with regulations and all required trainings. Formally supervise and train new staff or students as needed, including hiring, performance management, and related duties, in addition to instruction on techniques and consultation on project work. Education Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in related scientific field. Experience Qualifications Five (5) years of related experience. Two (2) years of related experience with Master's degree. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Comprehensive understanding of scientific principles. Expert level knowledge and skills in field of science related to research project. General computer skills, experience with databases and scientific applications, and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs. Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment. Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance is essential. Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to complete detailed work accurately. Developing project management skills. 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Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in related scientific field.
Five (5) years of related experience.
Two (2) years of related experience with Master's degree.
Comprehensive understanding of scientific principles.
Expert level knowledge and skills in field of science related to research project.
General computer skills, experience with databases and scientific applications, and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs.
Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment.
Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance is essential.
Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to complete detailed work accurately.
Developing project management skills.

Responsibilities

Design research approaches for a major portion of research project(s), including background research, experimental design and execution, problem-solving, and writing up for publication.
Develop new protocols; test and evaluate a variety of approaches.
Perform complex (lab and/or field) experiments, and maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes; analyze and interpret research data resulting from original procedures and methods.
Assist with new research proposals and applications for funding and grants.
Lead or participate in multidisciplinary teams across different faculties or schools.
Prepare periodic progress reports or written reports on all phases of the research project.
Contribute substantively to the preparation of papers for publication, especially in the results section. May be a co-author on publications.
Present ongoing work and findings to colleagues at academic conferences.
Perform ongoing literature review to remain current with new procedures and related research; propose new research directions based on new advances discussed in literature.
Oversee supply and equipment budget under minimal supervision of principal investigator or business manager.
Work with health and safety department to ensure lab complies with regulations and all required trainings.
Formally supervise and train new staff or students as needed, including hiring, performance management, and related duties, in addition to instruction on techniques and consultation on project work.