Research Assistant Professor

Job Summary:

Under the general direction of Principal Investigator, performs independent research in support in molecular endocrinology, diabetes and obesity research laboratory. Current projects involve endocrine effects of e-cigarettes. Responsibilities includes project planning, data collection, experimental protocols and procedures; bench work involving lab techniques focused on molecular biology, and small animal studies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and plan research in collaboration with the Principal Investigator
• Organizing and implementing complex research plans, the development of methods of research, testing and data collection, analysis and evaluation, and writing reports containing descriptive, analytical and evaluative content.
• Responsible for conducting analyses and submission of findings for peer review publication.
• Provide formal mentorship support to students and trainees.
• Enhance opportunities for students and trainees to participate in research when possible.
• Designs, analyzes, implements, and reports findings on targeted statistical research studies; provides consultation to investigators and researchers on experimental design and statistical research approaches, requirements, and scientific standards to advance medical knowledge and improve research in public health.
• Works with investigators to formalize analysis plans and reporting specifications; advises as to choice of statistical analysis strategies, reliability of measurements and identifiability of models, and interpretation and presentation of statistical results.
• Builds and sustains collaborative relationships with individuals in different disciplines and serves as subject-matter expert for research teams, internal and external committees, and other constituencies and collaborators.
• Plans and documents computer data file structure; develops, programs, manages, and maintains complex statistical databases; performs or supervises data entry.
• Conduct literature searches, gather and summarize relevant findings from the published scientific literature.
• Engage weekly meetings with PI and other research team members.
• Assist with writing papers for submission to peer-reviewed journals.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

EDUCATION:

• MD, PhD or equivalent degree from an accredited institution required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Three (3) years as a postdoctoral fellow and experience in an academic research laboratory
• Experience communicating research in peer-reviewed publications, scientific meetings, and interdisciplinary stakeholder, regulatory, or policy related meetings.
• Prior experience writing and publishing peer-reviewed manuscripts.
• Evidence of successful grant applications preferred.
• Past evidence of designing and leading research studies preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITY/SKILLS:

• Knowledge of scientific approach and methodologies.
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles, concepts, methods, and standards of statistical research.
• Protein and RNA extract from mouse tissues and mammalian cells.
• Mammalian tissues culture.
• siRNA transfection in vivo and in vitro.
• Real time RT-PCR.
• Western blot.
• Immunohistochemistry.
• DNA cloning and plasmid purification.
• Perform animal studies including diabetic animal model generation and treatment.
• Animal tissue collection.
• Knowledge of scientific reporting and manuscript preparation requirements and standards.
• Ability to work in a team environment to design, analyze, and report on research projects.
• Strong analytical communication, critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Ability to provide technical guidance and leadership to professional personnel in area of expertise.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize projects.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of probability and medical statistics theory.
• Knowledge of data management principles and regulatory requirements for clinical trials and medical research.
• Strong focus and quality and timely delivery of work.

COMPLEXITY:

• The ability to perform highly detailed work with sustained attention and care while providing/obtaining information on numerous inquiries is paramount to success in this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met b