Research Specialist – Journey
Position Number:
400463
Vacancy Open to:
All Candidates
Time-Limited:
Yes
Department Homepage:
https://microbiology-immunology.ecu.edu/
Advertising Department:
MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY
Division:
ECU Health/BSOM
Classification Title:
12502 Research Specialist
Competency Level:
2 – Journey
Working Title:
Research Specialist
Number of Vacancies:
2
Full Time Equivalent (FTE):
1.0
Full Time or Part Time:
Full Time
Recruitment Range:
$36,363 – $61,111
Anticipated Hiring Range:
$51,201 – $52,000
Salary Grade Equivalency:
GN10
Work Schedule:
M-F
Work Hours:
8am – 5pm
Position Location (City):
Greenville
Job Category:
Staff – Professional
Organizational Unit Overview:
The Department of Microbiology and Immunology is a distinguished research and teaching facility of East Carolina University School of Medicine consisting of approximately 80 persons.
This department provides an academic base for teacher-scientists employed by the School of Medicine at East Carolina University in the disciplines of microbiology, immunology, molecular biology and other related disciplines. The department provides instruction to undergraduate 1st & 2nd year medical students in microbiology and immunology and the biology of infectious agents. The department provides instruction, guidance and research experience to graduate students seeking advanced degrees in microbiology and immunology. The department offers a post-doctoral research training program that involves 5 Research Associates. The department supports an array of faculty (16), directed research programs of which many are supported by extramural grants and /or contracts. The department conducts a grant supported, undergraduate training program involving third year students annually from University at the West of England who work full-time as research assistants with assigned faculty supervisors. The department provides service to the school, university, state, nation, and to the profession by activities of faculty members on committees, study sections, in professional organizations, as consultants, and through other activities.
Job Duties :
The primary purpose of the job is to assist in the management of a scientific research laboratory. This level of management includes planning, prioritizing, scheduling, conducting, and analyzing various experiments in a wide variety of research projects. Additionally, the position compiles and evaluates data and participates in the preparation of extramural grant applications and written and oral research reports. The position also supervises research activities and participates in the training of undergraduate and graduate students and other research technicians, tests and optimizes new research procedures, evaluates and oversees managerial strategies for laboratory personnel, conducts literature reviews, and evaluates this information to establish new techniques and to gather new theoretical information to advance our research effort, and manages repair and acquisition of research equipment and material.
70%
The technician accurately and efficiently performs research based on experimental designs provided by the supervisor and makes all calculations and conducts all planning necessary for the successful completion of the experiment. In many cases, independently constructs and executes experimental designs based on general conversations with the supervisor. Maintains cell lines with optimal viability without contamination for research needs. Keep accurate and complete records in the form of established notebooks for Experimental Write-ups, Write-ups in Progress, Cell Log, Freezer Cell Log, and Daily Log. Pioneers and optimizes new research techniques, make insightful recommendations for implementation of new procedures and for optimization of existing procedures, and maintains and periodically updates the ‘Laboratory Procedures Notebook’. Performs literature reviews needed for introduction/ modification of research techniques and for provision of new theoretical information. Participates in the preparation of research publications and presentations.
10%
Serves as laboratory manager by overseeing assignments to students and other technicians in the form of a ‘weekly checklist’ for the upkeep of laboratory cleanliness, organization, and safety and oversees and ensures compliance with these assignments. Also oversees the safe and proper use of equipment within the laboratory and for specified departmental equipment outside of the laboratory. Provides the example of a strong work ethic for other research personnel.
5%
Trains students and other laboratory personnel to meet research needs and trains and provides guidance to other technical personnel from outside our laboratory. Provides ongoing supervision, technical advice, and planning guidance for more senior students and technicians for the conduct of their research. Oversees students and other research personnel for accurate compilation of their notebooks for Experimental Write-ups, Write-ups in Progress, Cell logs, and Daily logs. Supervises compliance of all research personnel for associated procedures and data recording in common lab notebooks such as Freezer Cell Log, TCGF/ IL-2 Log, Laboratory Procedures Notebook, -80˚C Freezer Inventory, 4˚C Inventory, and Supplies Inventory. Resolves conflicts and grievances between research personnel and actively participates in the hiring of technicians and work-study students.
5%
Prepares orders and keeps a system of notebooks containing orders, packing slips, and all relevant information according to an established organized system for tracking orders. Assumes primary responsibility and promotes cooperative efforts by all laboratory personnel to maintain an inventory of consumable lab supplies. Has primary responsibility for writing orders and for receiving supplies. Works with departmental staff to track back ordered or lost orders/ supplies and coordinates closely with supervisor for maintenance of accurate financial data on extramural grants.
5%
Manages or assigns responsibility for repair or replacement of malfunctioning equipment and has primary responsibility for dealing with sales representatives for most important purchases by the laboratory. Directly repairs equipment when expertise allows.
5%
Shows continual improvement in understanding the theoretical aspects of the research. This task involves understanding concepts and questions posed by each experiment, accurately interpreting data, and providing accurate conclusions in experimental write-ups. In certain cases, provides relevant future directions for research and identifies relevant research articles in the literature. Contributes to the written description of procedures that are adapted for publication in manuscripts and grant applications.
Minimum Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License or Certification required by statute or regulation:
None
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:
Experience in Molecular Biology
License or Certification required by the Department:
None
Special Instructions to Applicant:
Job Open Date:
07/18/2023
Job Close Date – Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed. :
07/25/2023
Open Until Filled:
No
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting:
https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/63968
Alternate option:
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
AA/EOE:
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or [email protected].
Eligibility for Employment:
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
Office of Human Resources Contact Information:
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.
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