What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Scientist- Nystoriak Lab position at MASONIC MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE?
Description:
The Research Scientist assists the Principal Investigator in carrying out research experiments. The ability to grasp the rationale for the methods used and careful attention to details of the protocols are important for success. A high level of responsibility, flexibility, and independence are required to execute the diverse duties of this position.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Responsible for independently planning and performing experiments, generating and analyzing data and presenting results and next steps to support the development of the overall research program.
- Conduct a range of physiological assays, including in vivo imaging, blood collection, and hemodynamic assessments.
- Design and execute in vivo and ex vivo experiments using small rodent experimental models.
- Maintain proper documentation using appropriate note taking practices.
- Presentation of results to colleagues and staff.
- Proactively communicates observations and findings to supervisor.
- Prepares oral and written reports for their supervisor. This entails coherently and effectively communicating laboratory research by writing abstracts, manuscripts, grant proposals and data reports for grants and oral presentations with corresponding slide presentation for internal, local and national meetings.
- Ph.D. in biology, chemistry, or a related science preferred.
- Hands-on experience with rodent microsurgical techniques and in vivo imaging
- Demonstrated experience in cardiovascular physiology/pharmacology research
- Minimum of two years’ experience in a laboratory setting, five years preferred.
- The ability to effectively interact with individuals from various cultures and backgrounds.
- Professional-level proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly MS Excel).
- The ability to learn department specific systems and hardware as needed.
Compensation & Benefit Package
We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefit package including:
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- GENEROUS paid time off
- 7 paid holidays
- 403(b) plan with company match up to 10%!
- Tuition Reimbursement
- And more!
