Research Scientist II

Tulane University • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

Research Scientists are staff appointees who hold a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree and play a major role in enabling research programs through collaborative and collegial interactions with faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and staff. A Research Scientist may devote their effort entirely to research or combine research with training and lab managerial activities.

Requirements

• Terminal degree (Ph.D., M.D., D.V.M., or equivalent).
• A minimum of 5 years of research experience in a relevant field or area after completing the terminal degree.
• Technical skills and competencies to conduct quantifiable, meaningful research.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to interact with individuals of diverse backgrounds at all levels, internal and external to the organization.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a positive, contributing team member.
• Ability to use a keyboard and standardized word-processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Ability to prioritize work and perform assignments with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Work experience in an academic environment.
• More than 5 years of professional research work experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quantifiable, meaningful research using relevant technical skills and competencies.
• Communicate effectively orally, in writing, and interpersonally.
• Interact with individuals of diverse backgrounds at all levels, both inside and outside the organization.
• Work collaboratively as a positive, contributing member of a team.
• Use a keyboard and standardized word-processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Prioritize work and perform assignments with minimal supervision.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree