The Research Scientist I is an experienced laboratory or clinical research individual who conducts research involving the understanding of human diseases and the improvement of human health. S/he engages in clinical investigation or other research, production, technical writing, and related activities.

Qualifications

• Masters or Ph.D in Biological Science or related field is strongly preferred.
• 2+ years minimum research experience (may include academic studies) with Masters; 4 years with a Bachelors. Prior Faculty background preferred.

Responsibilities

1.Conducts research to develop methodologies, instrumentation and procedures for medical application, analyzing data and presenting findings.

2. Assists in the design and conduct of complex clinical research studies requiring the determination and evaluation of alternative methods, computational modeling, diagnosis and treatment.

3. Participates in studies to investigate human or animal disease, preventive methods, and treatments for disease.

4. Follows strict safety procedures when handling materials to avoid contamination.

5. May mentor students and less experienced research technicians.

6. May confer with health departments, industry personnel, physicians, and others to develop health safety standards and public health improvement programs.

7. Develops treatments and designs research tools and techniques.

8. Explores subject area and defines scope and selection of problems for investigation through conceptually related studies.

9. Develops hypotheses with senior colleagues to be tested and methodology for evaluating results.

10. Examines the results of clinical trials and adjusts the dosage levels to reduce negative side effects or to induce better results.

11. Develops new proposals for research and obtain support for new and/ or continuing research activities.

12. Participates in decision-making with potential impact on extensive scientific research activities.

13. Other duties as assigned.