Medical Research Specialist
About The Position
The current medical intervention for curtailing lead exposure is ineffective and there is a critical knowledge gap and need for an effective medical intervention for elevated blood lead levels. This position involves conducting experiments on field samples via laboratory analysis, including integration of data into a Geographic Information System (GIS), MRPP statistics and production of graphics. The medical research specialist must be able to operate and maintain a Spectro Inductively Coupled Spectrometer in order to create new experimental data from post Katrina soils of New Orleans. In addition, the research specialist must be knowledgeable about the current soil lead and blood lead database in order to perform experimental research in the spatial dynamics of pre-Katrina vs. post-Katrina soil lead and blood lead changes to evaluate the role that soil lead plays in changes of blood lead in New Orleans. The experiment involves filling a medical treatment gap and alternative intervention for elevated blood lead levels of children.
Requirements
- Proficient GIS data management and graphic skills
- Human subjects training and certification for IRB approval
- Solid analytical skills and attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to multi-task, and prioritize work assignments
- Ability to successfully develop analytical method
- Bachelors degree and 3 years of experience trace metal laboratory research
Nice To Haves
- Professional Certification for GIS
- Masters of Science Degree and 3 years trace metal laboratory research experience
Responsibilities
- Conducting experiments on field samples via laboratory analysis
- Integration of data into a Geographic Information System (GIS)
- MRPP statistics and production of graphics
- Operate and maintain a Spectro Inductively Coupled Spectrometer
- Perform experimental research in the spatial dynamics of pre-Katrina vs. post-Katrina soil lead and blood lead changes
- Evaluate the role that soil lead plays in changes of blood lead in New Orleans
- Effectively manage the operations of a Trace Metal Analysis Laboratory
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What This Job Offers
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
