Research Professional I, Department of Dermatology (College of Medicine - Phoenix)

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual with experience performing immunology research in a laboratory setting. The candidate should have prior research experience, using techniques such as multi-color flow cytometry, mouse models, cell culture, and ELISPOT. The successful candidate is expected to independently design, perform and interpret complex and varied in vitro and in vivo studies. This individual should be detailed-oriented, conscientious, be able to follow high level guidance and incorporate feedback, and have the ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Develop, plan, design, and conduct research. Review progress and evaluate results. Design certain aspects of a research project and independently conduct work complementary to the overall research objective.
• Formulate research methods. Develop or collaborate in the development of new techniques, methods, and equipment.  Recommend solutions for research methodology by interpreting principles and analyzing complex facts.
• Conduct library searches to find research on related procedures and techniques that can be used in the laboratory.  Write summaries of projects, document findings and procedures used, and assist in writing reports by conducting literature searches and background research; prepare bibliographies as required.
• Maintain clear, detailed laboratory notebooks and electronic files with experimental procedures, calculations, and data.  
• Assist with compiling data and generating computerized statistical data for analytical purposes using software packages.
• Coordinates the acquisition of lab supplies, including doing inventory and ordering.
• Coordinate laboratory functions including lab equipment management.  Clean, sterilize, operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair equipment, machinery and instruments used for research.
• Assist with ensuring regulatory compliance of the research program.
• Train students and staff in the operation of equipment and/or in the performance of technical procedures.
• Maintain detailed records of controlled substances used in the laboratory, package waste material, and arrange for disposal according to established procedures.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Present results at laboratory meetings and conferences. Prepare poster presentations for conferences. Participate in conferences. 
• Assist with manuscript preparation for publication, including data generation and analysis, generating figures, drafting manuscript text, and online submission.
• Participate in the acquisition of research funding by contributing to grant proposals and progress reports.
• Evaluation of research technologies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of the subject discipline.
• Knowledge of modern research methods, data collection and analyses.
• Skill in designing and performing experiments to answer scientific questions.
• Skill in troubleshooting experimental techniques.
• Skill in analyzing and evaluating data.
• Ability to effectively communicate.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• One (1) year of relevant work experience required.

College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources

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Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Letter of Interest: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).