Senior Research Associate
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Job Summary
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Contributes to the design of experiments.
Contributes to the implementation of experiments including selection of stimuli and programming.
Works closely with other lab personnel to share responsibilities for data collection transcription coding and entry.
Works closely with other lab personnel to share responsibilities for measurement of fidelity.
Contributes to laboratory-wide efforts in communicating science including conference presentations and co-authorships.
Manages day-to-day IT needs in the laboratory and seeks the support of BTNRH IT when required.
Communicates with participants and their families including but not limited to scheduling explanation of informed consent procedures explanation of data collection procedures.
Assists the Laboratory Director in the preparation of grant proposals.
Collaborates with other members of the research and clinical staff on research problems of mutual interest.
Serves on appropriate committees acquires knowledge of institutional administrative procedures assists in annual budget preparation and performs other administrative functions as requested by the Center Director and the Director of Research.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to apply comprehensive knowledge of the relevant literature knowledge of relevant research procedures and skill in implementing them.
Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics statistics and computer applications appropriate for the field of interest.
Ability to communicate concisely both orally and in writing.
Ability to work well with other professional personnel and with support staff.
Knowledge of IPA transcription.
Basic programming skills.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Ph.D. or equivalent degree in an appropriate discipline required.
Minimum of two years pre- and/or post-doctoral training in a major laboratory where research was performed relevant to the current research program required.
Strong research potential as indicated by mastery of the necessary techniques and procedures publications in refereed journals and presentations at national meetings and other significant contributions to on-going research programs as a trainee required.
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative(CITI) certification within 30 days of transfer or hire required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Demonstrated success in securing external funding preferred.
Four years pre- and/or post-doctoral training in a major laboratory where research was performed relevant to the current research program preferred.
Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.
At Boys Town we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths views and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team one that makes better decisions drives innovation and delivers better business results.
About Boys Town:
Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha Nebraska into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977 our services branched out into the health care and research fields offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.
Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Towns mission which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children families patients and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition assistance parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job it is a way of life.
This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties skills or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression national origin age disability or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process contact us at 1-.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Immunoassays
- Mammalian Cell Culture
- PCR
- Biochemistry
- Assays
- Cell Biology
- Research Experience
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Flow Cytometry
- Western Blot
About Company
Boys Town Hospital, a non-profit medical center, provides clinical and hospital care and is a leader in research, education and pediatric care.
