Research Lab Specialist II_CCMT
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia•Philadelphia, PA
•$62,900 - $80,200•Onsite
About The Position
This role participates in planned research projects by performing research protocols. The specialist works independently and self-directed while providing advanced guidance and technical training to other lab staff. A specialized education in the biological or chemical sciences is required, and the role consistently exercises appropriate situational discretion and sound scientific judgment in the execution and interpretation of experiments and derived data.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree Required
- At least five (5) years of directly relevant post grad scientific lab experience Required
- Expert knowledge in the use of a wide variety of lab techniques, research equipment and research related software
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent critical thinking / problem-solving skills
- Excellent analytical skills
Nice To Haves
- Master's Degree Preferred
- At least seven (7) years of directly relevant post grad scientific lab experience Preferred
Responsibilities
- Performs lab tests which require the analysis of results and interpretation of methods
- Plans and develops specific research protocols and procedures
- Develops & troubleshoots new techniques and ideas
- Composes methods and sets-up protocols accurately, based on guidance provided by the PI, program director or senior scientist. Independently modifies methods and protocols when required
- Formulates and performs complex lab experiments, analyzes data and reports outcomes
- Presents & discusses work at weekly lab meetings
- Prepares laboratory reagents and monitors and maintains inventory
- Performs calculations and maintains appropriate log books and lab notebooks
- Maintains laboratory equipment, develops safety procedures and compliance records
- Researches journals, papers and other scientific publications for pertinent information
- Prepares data for publication or presentation at national/international symposia (presentation in papers, grant applications, and conferences)
- May be called upon to present at national symposia
- Oversees junior staff and/or laboratory workflow
- Will perform independently various lab administrative tasks / functions
Benefits
- Annual influenza vaccine (as a condition of employment for those in patient care buildings or with patient-facing responsibilities)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
