Research Associate, Limited Term
- Employer
- Chapman University
- Location
- California, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Apr 16, 2022
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Science, Technology & Mathematics, Other Science & Technology, Administrative, Academic Affairs, Research Administration
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Job Details
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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
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
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.
- 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.
- Experience with data analysis and visualization using R, Python or programming experience in another code-based programming language.
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
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
Company
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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