Full Research Innovator

Job Summary

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design and writing of research projects in the areas of dental hard-tissue conditions (dental caries, erosive tooth wear and others), in alignment to the research interests of the Oral Health Research Institute at the IU School of Dentistry (OHRI-IUSD)
• Pursues external funding as Principal Investigator (PI) and / or Co-PI or Co-I
• Conducts laboratory and clinic research experiments, including but not limited to the conduct of routine analyses in the areas of fluoride, caries, erosive tooth wear, abrasion, and stain removal research as needed
• Reports on research activities in writing and disseminates findings (publication and / or presentations at meetings)
• Directs and mentors others (e.g., undergraduate, graduate, post-graduate students, visiting scholars) in research practices
• Develops innovative dental research programs in areas aligned with the mission of OHRI, IUSD
• Represents the OHRI-IUSD in dental research standard organizations (e.g., ISO, ADA, IADR)
• Responsible for laboratory equipment, materials, labor and support of operations
• Performs cost analyses and recommends budgets
• Provides routine professional support of protocols / plans, documentation, observation and data collection

General Responsibilities

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

Preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

Preferred

SKILLS

Required

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Oral Health Research Institute

IU Indianapolis Campus

Indianapolis, Indiana

Advertised Salary

60,000 - $70,000 per year based on experience

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including :

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Job Classification

Career Level : Advanced

FLSA : Exempt

Job Function : Research

Job Family : Research Innovation Car Track

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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11 : 59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring.See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000