Supervisor, Research Specialist | School of Medicine - Pediatrics

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Description

The Research Specialist Supervisor administers research programs/studies by: hiring and supervising research personnel; participating in project planning; and developing, implementing and evaluating research protocols, techniques and procedures.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises staff by orienting, training and providing performance feedback.
• Provides expertise and training in methodology, basic laboratory procedures and equipment operation.
• Prepares and monitors research related budgets.
• Assists in developing and submitting grant proposals and in monitoring grant expenditures.
• Advises principal investigator of changes in reporting or accounting requirements and assists researchers in meeting requirements.
• Develops models for patents, licensing and manufacturing agreements with researchers.
• Monitors and enforces the contracts and monetary returns for products developed through research.
• Performs a wide range of laboratory tests, specimen preparation and experimental procedures for routine and specialized studies.
• Selects or develops effective research methodologies.
• Collects and analyzes results of studies and provides interpretation of results.
• Co-authors or authors publications based on laboratory research and findings.
• Recommends new equipment and supply purchases; investigates equipment malfunctions and schedules maintenance/repair.
• Monitors quality control of media, reagents and cleaning procedures and addresses any problems.
• Keeps abreast of safety procedures and monitors the handling, storage and disposal of hazardous substances.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.
• Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

The Research Specialist Supervisor will support ongoing research projects by performing laboratory work, data collection and analysis, and maintaining equipment and records. Our research aims at exploring mechanisms of heme/iron-driven toxicities in sickle cell diseases, and this position will support multiple studies in this area of investigation. This role involves working closely with the principal investigator, postdoctoral researchers, and other team members to ensure the smooth operation of research activities.

• Conduct laboratory experiments, assays, and in vivo/in vitro studies according to established protocols and under the guidance of senior researchers.
• Collect, process, and analyze samples or data using scientific equipment and software.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of experiments and results in lab notebooks or digital formats.
• Prepare reagents, solutions, and other materials required for experiments.
• Operate, maintain, and calibrate laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Assist in literature reviews, data entry, and preliminary analysis of research findings.
• Contribute to the preparation of reports, presentations, and publications.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols and institutional regulations.
• Perform administrative tasks related to the research project (e.g., ordering supplies, inventory management, data archiving).
• Handling mouse colonies, maintaining accurate mouse colony record, genotyping and working with mice on a regular basis
• Working with mammalian cell culture (primary and cell lines), including human bone marrow and peripheral blood cells.
• Reporting technical and research progress when needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a related science field and four years of research experience of which one year is in a supervisory role in a laboratory, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Master’s degree is a plus for Research Specialist roles.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant research experience in a laboratory setting. Prior experience with mouse handling is required.
• Experience with flow cytometry is a plus.
• Proficiency in standard laboratory techniques and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of data analysis tools.

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