Research Specialist III - Heart Institute - Lefer Lab
About The Position
The Research Specialist III works in the Smidt Heart Institute’s Lefer Lab and applies substantial research expertise with minimal guidance from the Principal Investigator and other senior research staff. The role uses independent judgment to develop and implement research programs, plan projects, enroll patients, establish experimental protocols and procedures, develop and analyze databases, and evaluate and interpret results. The position manages research projects in a specialized area, including project management, experimental procedures, and day-to-day laboratory operations. It may include delegated responsibility for research grant management, human resources, task delegation, and training. The Research Specialist III makes independent substantive decisions and commitments consistent with laboratory or program goals, and supervises and trains laboratory staff.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in biological sciences, chemistry, or a related field.
- At least 8 years of experience in the area of research specialty.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree (MS) in biological sciences, chemistry, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Independently lead, design, conduct, and collaborate on current and future research projects, with minimal direction from the Principal Investigator; may develop independent projects with PI support.
- Oversee clinical development and study management, including protocol design, patient enrollment, protocol implementation, and, when applicable, IRB submissions and approvals.
- Perform complex laboratory tests and experiments according to established procedures or protocols, and serve as an escalation point for laboratory staff.
- Prepare publications and presentations, write grant proposals, and oversee their application and submission process.
- Enter data and maintain accurate project records; use software such as spreadsheets, email, web, statistical, and graphics applications to assemble, manipulate, or format data and reports.
- Operate laboratory equipment, monitor inventory, and order materials and supplies.
- Provide scientific support to the affiliated pre-clinical research laboratory, including assistance with experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation of scientific literature.
- Identify and resolve complex problems involving research assays.
- Establish and maintain relationships with clinical investigators and manage internal and external collaborative research projects.
- Independently plan experiments and evaluate and interpret results using scientific judgment.
- Act as a liaison between research and clinical programs, including programs with local and national contributors and investigators.
- Monitor and execute progress reports required by sponsors, safety boards, and supervising teams, when applicable.
- Supervise and train Research Lab Assistants, Research Associates, and other laboratory personnel.
- Develop, adapt, and implement research techniques, protocols, and programs in line with laboratory or program goals.
- Promote scientific networking and multidisciplinary approaches across the organization.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
