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Research Associate, Limited Term

Employer
Chapman University
Location
California, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Apr 16, 2022

Job Details

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Research Associate, Limited Term

Position Type

Administrator

Job Number

SA1422122

Full or Part Time

Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly

Employee Status

Limited Term (Renewable)

Posting Date

01/18/2022

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

Provide support to the Principal Investigator to determine research methods and conduct laboratory experiments for viral molecular biology and immunology. The Research Associate plans, designs and conducts highly technical and complex research projects independently and in consultation with supervisor. Analyses research data and provides interpretations. Contributes to the development of research documentation for publication and/or presentation. Prepares technical reports, papers, graphs and/or records. Provides training and supervision for research support staff and students, as needed.

Responsibilities
  • Conduct laboratory experiments Independently and in consultation with the supervisor.
    • Prepare technical reports, papers, graphs and/or records and provides interpretations.
    • Maintains and updates record of all experimental studies. Stores all biochemical data in digital format on computers and backs up regularly.
  • Consult and assist Principal Investigator
    • Work alongside Principal Investigator to determine method, details, and means of performing experiments.
    • Furnish regular updates to Principal Investigator.
    • Works alongside Principal Investigator to train and supervise student trainees and research support staff.
  • Laboratory
    • Use equipment and laboratory space accordingly to work contract
    • Contribute as needed to the procurement and maintenance of adequate stocks of research supplies and instrumentation.
  • Contribute to the development of research documentation for publication and/or presentation.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
  • MS or PhD in relevant field including laboratory research in immunology; or its equivalent via work experience in research skill and subject matter knowledge by the beginning of employment at Chapman University.
  • Knowledge of research and experimental methods, particularly in immunology and flow cytometry.
  • Ability to conduct research in a timely manner and document all procedures and data.
  • Strong computation and writing skills.
  • Ability to work alone and/or with students or research support staff.
  • Ability to collaborate with Principal Investigator and other faculty before and during research.
  • Strong understanding of lab safety procedures with ability to maintain a safe and organized lab.
  • Ability to follow appropriate research protocols and university policies and procedures.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with data analysis and visualization using R, Python or programming experience in another code-based programming language.
Special Instructions to Applicants

Grant funded
Some evening or weekend hours

Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Chapman University does not sponsor applicants for Staff and Administrator positions for work visas.

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening, and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate

Minimum Number of References

Maximum Number of References

Pre-screening Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Curriculum Vitae


Company

Chapman University

Founded in 1861, Chapman University is a nationally-ranked private university in Orange, California, about 20 minutes away from Pacific Ocean beaches. Whether you're a scientist or a screenwriter, Chapman University’s close proximity to industry leaders will propel you and jumpstart your career..

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