Research Scientist II
About The Position
Senior non-faculty researcher, use fundamental and advanced concepts, practices, and procedures of particular field of specialization to design and perform complex scientific research. Primary Responsibilities Plan and complete the most complex procedures: participate in discovery projects. Oversee organization, coding, synthesis and analysis of findings. Review research methodologies; plan, develop and compose protocols for implementation, assessment, testing, cost effectiveness, and quality. Supervise staff including hiring, training, performance reviews, coaching and corrective actions; oversee daily oerations of the laboratory. Oversee assignments to researchers, biostatisticians, data analysts, and other members of the research team including staff members, who gather, code, enter and track data. P lan and perform statistical analyses using advanced techniques; determine and review statistical findings with investigators and recommend design modifications in study protocols. Prepare scientific reports, outcome findings and scientific manuscripts . Assist in outcome interpretation and composition of the results sections of manuscripts and reports. Participate in meetings with principle investigator and research staff and evaluate/interpret the validity of data, develop methodologies, evaluate lab procedures. Train students, residents and post-doctoral fellows in specific research protocols; develop training materials. Develop, implement and maintain a computerized record system for reporting results. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management.
- Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills.
- PhD in a scientific field
- 4 years of experience
Nice To Haves
- Appropriate experience may be substituted for education an on equivalent basis.
Responsibilities
- Plan and complete the most complex procedures: participate in discovery projects.
- Oversee organization, coding, synthesis and analysis of findings.
- Review research methodologies; plan, develop and compose protocols for implementation, assessment, testing, cost effectiveness, and quality.
- Supervise staff including hiring, training, performance reviews, coaching and corrective actions; oversee daily operations of the laboratory.
- Oversee assignments to researchers, biostatisticians, data analysts, and other members of the research team including staff members, who gather, code, enter and track data.
- Plan and perform statistical analyses using advanced techniques; determine and review statistical findings with investigators and recommend design modifications in study protocols.
- Prepare scientific reports, outcome findings and scientific manuscripts.
- Assist in outcome interpretation and composition of the results sections of manuscripts and reports.
- Participate in meetings with principle investigator and research staff and evaluate/interpret the validity of data, develop methodologies, evaluate lab procedures.
- Train students, residents and post-doctoral fellows in specific research protocols; develop training materials.
- Develop, implement and maintain a computerized record system for reporting results.
Benefits
- Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental.
- Flexible Spending options
- 403B Retirement Package
- Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Pet Insurance
- On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
- Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
