Senior Researcher

Chaminade University of Honolulu
 

MISSION STATEMENT

Chaminade University offers its students an education in a collaborative learning environment that prepares them for life, service and successful careers. Guided by its Catholic, Marianist and liberal arts educational traditions, Chaminade encourages the development of moral character, personal competencies, and a commitment to build a just and peaceful society. The University offers both the civic and church communities of the Pacific region its academic and intellectual resources in the pursuit of common aims.

1. Position Information

Title: Senior Researcher (post-doctoral)

Department: Biology

School: School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics

Status:  Full-Time/Staff/12 Month Position

Exempt 

1. Reporting Relationship
    This position reports to the Principal Investigator of the funding grants and research laboratory (Dr. Helen Turner). This position will be required to submit weekly verbal and written reports as requested by the supervisor.   Since this is a grant funded position with duties associated with Federal funding, day to day supervision will be the grant Principal Investigator.

1. Position Summary

Performs scientific research leading to the publication of peer-reviewed papers on topics aligned with the research interests of NSM faculty. Supports advanced technical capabilities in SNSM research and teaching laboratories including physiology and high-resolution microscopy. Mentors undergraduates in internships and capstone research courses. Position is grant funded and dependent on continued receipt of extramural funding by supervisor.

1. Duties and Responsibilities (100% of work time)

• Performs skilled laboratory procedures, tests and analyses to address research goals.
• Provides project leadership and technical and intellectual support to Principal Investigator. 
• Independently and collaboratively trains and mentors undergraduate students including offering training and credentials in advanced instrumentation and supervision of undergraduate research experiences.
• Analyzes data and writes research progress reports on request including summarizing experimental results.
• Engages in the preparation and writing of papers for publication, as well as conference posters and presentations, including co-authoring with undergraduates.
• Contributes data and administrative support towards the submission of extramural funding applications. 
• Coordinates and/or conducts library and computer searches for research data, some of which may include specialized archival research; modifies, adapts or varies standard procedures to meet the needs of the project. 
• Employs advanced analytic techniques using statistical and computational techniques to assess large data sets.
• Operates and maintains laboratory and experimental equipment including but not limited to advanced electrophoresis, spectrometry, microscopy, centrifuges, analytical balances, and cell culture apparatus.
• Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with safe work procedures and policies of the University.
• Reports unsafe acts/conditions and injuries in a timely and proper manner. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

1. Disclaimer

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive.   The percentages regarding the essential and non-essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation, which can vary on a day-to-day basis and are subject to change on an as-needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management. 

1. Qualifications
    

Minimum Education

Required:  Minimum of a Ph.D. degree in Biology or a related field is required. 

Minimum Experience

• At least 5 years postdoctoral research with a track record of publications in the field of physiology and pharmacology.
• Interest and track record in support of diversity and equity efforts relating to STEM careers for minority students. 

Minimum Skills:

Computer skills must include Microsoft Office, Excel and familiarity with search engines such as NCBI and PubMed. Competence in common statistical analyses and experience in preparation of manuscripts and grant proposals is required. Laboratory skills must include molecular biology and basic protein biochemistry, electrophysiology, pharmacology and confocal/fluorescence microscopy.

1. Physical Requirements

Duties involve light work in an office and community setting and requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking inclines. Must be able to lift 20 pounds, walk the campus with ease, and have excellent motor skills.  Must have finger dexterity. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.

1. Other Requirements: 

• Depending on the project cycles and workflow demands of the department, additional hours or workday schedule changes may be occasionally required.  Must be willing and able to work occasional nights and weekends and a varying schedule.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Supervisor.
• Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with safe work procedures and policies of the University. Reports unsafe acts/conditions and injuries in a timely and proper manner. 

1. Marianist Identity/Native Hawaiian & Pacific Island Serving: 

An expressed willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of Chaminade University of Honolulu and to perform all duties in a manner consistent with Marianist educational values and mission of the University.  Understanding of and respect for the University’s designation as an institution that serves students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.

VII.     Disclaimer:

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive.  The percentages regarding the essential and non-essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation, which can vary on a day-to-day basis and are subject to change on an as-needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management. Some holiday and weekend work may be required.

Grant Funded Position:  This position is funded completely or in part by funds received from a Federal research grant and other funding sources. Continuation of employment is dependent on program and/or operational needs of the University and the annual availability of grant funds.