Research Associate III

at  The Henry M Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine

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HJF is seeking a Research Associate III to perform research and/or development in collaboration with other scientific and technical staff. Exercise technical discretion in the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project strategies. Provide training and guidance for lower level Research Associates and laboratory staff.
This position will be in support of Dept of Medicine, Dr. David Burmeister lab at Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences.
The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF’s support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

Responsibilities:

• Performs complex data analysis and interpretation, verifies and corrects data entry.
• Performs complex laboratory tests, determinations, and analyses involving multiple procedures and a variety of technical approaches.
• Provide technical knowledge and expertise in laboratory analysis from in vivo to ex vivo experiments.
• Perform preclinical subject preparation to include anesthesia, intubation, and catheterization.
• Develops methods and procedures for experiments and investigations.
• Writes and assists with experimental results for publication in technical and peer-reviewed journals.
• Analyzes and prepares reagent and/or assay product documentation. Organizes and procures needed reagents, performs experiments, analyzes data, and documents results.
• Documents current or new procedures or protocols for sample selection, data collection, data processing, and/or statistical estimation.
• Mentors, reviews, and supervises junior laboratory staff in the planning, execution, and analysis of experiments.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s Degree required.
• Minimum of 6-8 years experience required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of extremely complex laboratory procedures.
• Ability to meet deadlines of projects.
• Good communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials over 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/PROTECTED VETERANS/INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assigned Lead: May recommend the following: employee hiring, disciplinary action, and starting salaries; provide input on employee performance evaluations.
  Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

• Performs complex data analysis and interpretation, verifies and corrects data entry.
• Performs complex laboratory tests, determinations, and analyses involving multiple procedures and a variety of technical approaches.
• Provide technical knowledge and expertise in laboratory analysis from in vivo to ex vivo experiments.
• Perform preclinical subject preparation to include anesthesia, intubation, and catheterization.
• Develops methods and procedures for experiments and investigations.
• Writes and assists with experimental results for publication in technical and peer-reviewed journals.
• Analyzes and prepares reagent and/or assay product documentation. Organizes and procures needed reagents, performs experiments, analyzes data, and documents results.
• Documents current or new procedures or protocols for sample selection, data collection, data processing, and/or statistical estimation.
• Mentors, reviews, and supervises junior laboratory staff in the planning, execution, and analysis of experiments.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role