What are the responsibilities and job description for the RESEARCHER position at UAB Health System?
The Al-Kadhimi lab is seeking applications for someone to be an integral member of the lab, providing technical support by performing established lab procedures and collecting and summarizing data with minimal supervision. These procedures include but are not limited to collecting PBMCs and sera from blood samples, cell culture, flow cytometry, mouse husbandry, and tissue processing. The ideal candidate will have experience with cell culture, flow cytometry, mouse work, data analysis, and record keeping.
As a Researcher, you will play a key role in driving scientific discovery by independently leading and executing research projects. This professional-level position demands a high degree of expertise and judgement in designing studies, analyzing data, and may involve assistants in publishing findings. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage project timelines, and contribute to grant writing and securing funding for future research. Depending on the research focus, this position may involve research participant contact, research animal contact, and/or specimens.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Provides technical support by performing complex research related tasks.
Acts as a subject matter expert on research methods and equipment functions.
Performs a variety of tests requiring a high degree of proficiency.
Troubleshoots problems and recommends solutions.
Evaluates study results using statistical and multivariate analysis.
May instruct an academic section in research techniques, instruments, methods, and procedures.
Depending on the research focus, this position may involve research participant contact, research animal contact, and/or specimens.
Performs duties as assigned.
Hourly salary range: $24.05 - $39.10
Master's degree in a related field OR Bachelor's degree in related field and two (2) years of related experience OR Associate's degree in related field and four (4) years of related experience required or High School diploma or GED and six (6) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
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Primary Location: University
Job Category: Scientific Research
Organization: 311402200 Med - Hematology & Oncology
Employee Status: Regular
Shift: Day/1st Shift
Salary : $24 - $39
