Staff Scientist I

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All About You

JOB SUMMARY :

Under general direction, the Staff Scientist I develops, supports, performs, and manages research. The position performs technical wet-bench, computer-based, community-based, and/or clinical research; supports the development and execution of research activities; makes significant contributions to the development and execution of new and current projects; and authors publications.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

• 1. Designs and performs research studies including technique optimization, assays (behavioral, pharmacological, biochemical, histological, molecular, etc.), data collection and analysis.

• 2. Performs complex statistical analysis of data collected and writes interpretative reports; verifies the correctness of the data submitted and makes recommendations based on these analyses.

• 3. Authors articles and abstracts; performs literature reviews; leads collaborative preparation of manuscripts and providing of figures for grants; contributes to the intellectual community of Saint Louis University by presenting in journal clubs and research fora, and presents his/her research both within Saint Louis University and beyond.

• 4. Develops, optimizes, and provides technical training and ongoing guidance to research projects; solves practical problems relating to difficulties with equipment or test subjects; suggests technical or procedural improvements in testing methods.

• 5. Manages and coordinates activities of a busy laboratory, including scheduling, checking inventory, arranging purchases, and evaluating and maintaining common equipment in the research lab areas beyond those of his/her immediate team; helps ensure the laboratories are current with animal and environmental health inspections and assists in writing IACUC and IRB protocols for ongoing and future studies.

• 6. Oversees and trains other lab members; delegates tasks; monitors progress of research assistants and student workers to ensure that all work is conducted in a timely manner and complies with the highest standards for research ethics and scientific rigor.

• 7. Serves as a liaison to other research groups to facilitate collaborations within and beyond Saint Louis University; performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

• Analytical, reasoning, and problem solving skills

• Ability to analyze and interpret statistical data and to communicate data in a clear, concise manner

• Computer literacy including the ability to use a variety of software packages to analyze data

• Technical experience and working knowledge in numerous disciplines

• Ability to co-author research publications

• Ability to effectively communicate and work well on research team with faculty, staff, students, trainees, and collaborators

• Ability to support faculty and students in the planning and execution of research projects, grant applications, publications, abstracts, etc., which may include developing new lines of research

• Ability to assist with data management and analysis

• Ability to coordinate activities in a busy laboratory

• Doctoral degree with minimum 2 years experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

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Function

Scientists

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Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.