Researcher I-Ophthalmology

University of Tennessee • Memphis, TN

15d • $22

About The Position

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Research, the Researcher 1 provides critical support for the Department of Ophthalmology by overseeing day-to-day laboratory operations, coordinating research logistics, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This position’s primary responsibilities include but are not limited to conducting research with animal models and cell culture; collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data; supporting the development of research proposals, publications, and presentations; and maintaining accurate records and research databases. This role requires knowledge of ophthalmic research, molecular and cell biology techniques, and clinical evaluation methods, as well as strong organizational, communication, and technical writing skills. The incumbent will work closely with faculty, research staff, and administrative offices to ensure smooth research operations and compliance with institutional and federal guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
• Three (3) years of experience conducting research using mouse models; OR Master’s Degree and one (1) year of experience conducting research using mouse models.
• Ability to manage time and work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to think and work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Demonstrates effective listening, oral and written communication skills.
• Technical writing skills for proposal, report, and manuscript preparation.
• Ability to create and maintain extensive records on research subjects.
• Knowledge of Basic Research Principles and Federal Code of Regulations for Clinical Research Studies.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducts experimental research with mouse and rat models and cell culture.
• Performs statistical analysis and develops statistical models.
• Evaluates data and outcomes and suggests alternative research methods, and modifies, or develops new procedures and techniques.
• Designs, conducts, modifies, and sets up experiments, studies, and investigations.
• Assists in the development of complex research proposals, plans, and protocols.
• Collects, records, compiles, processes, analyzes, and interprets data/samples.
• Provides work direction or supervision to students and other research staff.
• Conducts literature reviews and documents and interprets results.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level