Research Scientist

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Job Title:Research ScientistDepartment:Medicine | Radiology

The scientist actively participates in research study planning and development; plans, designs, implements and manages research projects in imaging, nutrition and exercise; conceptualizes, designs, and executes experiments; collaborates with the PIs in developing research goals and objectives; oversees and coordinates development and implementation of new and/or revised imaging and other research methodologies; develops, oversees and supervises image acquisition and data collection; extracts, analyzes, interprets and summarizes data; ensures and documents data and quality management; provides oversight and quality control of equipment used for experiments; writes research progress reports for submission to funding sponsors; writes manuscripts, articles and abstracts for presentation at scientific meetings and publication in peer- reviewed journals; actively participates in the development and preparation of grant applications to obtain funding from external sources in support of research; develops and sustains relationships with external sponsors and research collaborators; serves as liaison with research sponsors and agencies; contributes to the training of graduate students and assists with supervision of other research personnel.

Additional Information:

Designs, executes and manages research projects investigating imaging related ideas in a foundational (basic) biological/health science research laboratory in the Department of Radiology; collaborates with principal investigator (PI) to develop and implement goals and objectives of studies; conceptualizes, designs and executes complex laboratory experiments; plans and executes advanced imaging methods such as MRI image acquisition methods, image processing, and MRI scanning techniques; plans, coordinates and oversees processing and analysis of data; analyzes and interprets research data; develops and implements new and/or revised research methodology and techniques; plans and tests experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods; develops and establishes research controls, criteria and standards; performs critical analysis of literature relevant to research; Collaborates with principal investigator to write and prepare research papers and manuscripts for publication and presentation at national and conferences and workshops, and in the writing of project reports, articles and other documents; attends and presents research results at national and international scientific conferences, workshops and seminars; assists with development, writing and preparation of grant proposals to obtain new or renewal of extramural funding in support of research; investigates, identifies and recommends possible sources of research funding; participates in developing and managing grant budgets; monitors expenses; monitors and enforces laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, as well as local, state and federal regulations, including proper disposal and maintenance of regulated materials; trains and/or oversees research staff; manages daily operations of the laboratory; oversees and initiates procurement of lab supplies and equipment; provides technical assistance and supervision of equipment; negotiates and overs; other duties as assigned.

Location:Biomedical Research Tower (0112)Position Type:RegularScheduled Hours:40Shift:First Shift

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