Research Specialist I at Career Site

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Laboratory Procedures, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Biomedical Research, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Microsoft Office, Data Processing, Quality Control, Research Workflow, Technical Proposal Preparation, Training, Inventory Management, SOP Adherence

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

JOB SUMMARY The Research Specialist I performs routine and moderately complex scientific laboratory technical work, selecting and applying laboratory procedures and techniques to assignments with clear, specific objectives. Assignments may require investigation of a number of variables and complex features. He/she works with general supervision. The incumbent is required to exercise judgment in making technical decisions related to delegated tasks and escalating complex issues. KEY ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES Contributes to the delivery of departmental goals, through personal effort in own work area. Makes recommendations to the Investigator regarding improvements in methods and processes. Works under general supervision, performs all routine lab procedures, and associated responsibilities, as dictated by the workload in the rostered area. Solves moderately complex problems and performs a specific variety of technical assignments within broader projects. Modifies practices and techniques in routine situations to perform duties, adjusts and correlates data, recognizes discrepancies in results. Contributes to ongoing research projects in the laboratory that include taking measurements and recording observations, collecting, compiling and processing data. Assists in procurement of additional/new funding through contributions to technical proposal preparation and/or presentations. Trains junior lab technical staff in basics of research workflow. Adheres to lab SOPs and performs quality control checks. Stays current with literature in ongoing and proposed research projects. Assesses lab inventory and orders supplies when needed. Presents novel research and techniques to research group. Adheres to Sidra’s standards as they appear in the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest policies Adheres to and promotes Sidra’s Values In view of the evolving needs and opportunities within Sidra, this position may be required to perform other duties as assigned and reporting relationships may vary. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS – SELECTION CRITERIA Education Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field. Experience 3+ years of experience in research laboratory environment or 1 year of work experience in Sidra. Job Specific Skills and Abilities. Demonstrated functional knowledge and laboratory experience in relevant field. Evidence of ongoing continual development and personal development. Demonstrated strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of biomedical research, research equipment and environmental safety and accident prevention measures. Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent organizational skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite Fluency in written and spoken English Sidra Medicine a healthy population is essential to a strong, prosperous society, and throughout 2020, Sidra continued to provide uninterrupted comprehensive specialist healthcare services for children and young people; and exceptional maternity, gynecology, and reproductive medical services for women, previously unavailable in Qatar and the region.” – H.H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation Sidra Medicine represents the vision of Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser who serves as its Chairperson. This high-tech facility is home to world-class patient care, scientific expertise, and educational resources. Sidra Medicine is an exciting and dynamic medical, education and research facility in which to work, learn and contribute. We provide opportunities for professionals to build rewarding careers. No matter where you work in our hospital, you’ll have great benefits and the satisfaction of caring for those in need in our community.

Responsibilities

The Research Specialist I performs routine and moderately complex scientific laboratory work, contributing to departmental goals and solving moderately complex problems. They assist in ongoing research projects, train junior staff, and ensure adherence to lab SOPs.