Research Associate

Minimum Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) (Required)

Functional Accountabilities
Responsible Conduct of Research

• Consistently demonstrates adherence to the standards for the responsible conduct of research.

• Plans, conducts and manages research projects within federal and institutional regulations and policies under the direction of the principal investigator.

• Uses research funds and resources appropriately.

• Maintains confidentiality of data as required.

• Meets all annual job-related training and compliance requirements.

Laboratory Work

• Performs routine and non-routine tests as directed and required by specific research program.

• Records and checks results for completeness and accuracy.

• Performs tasks that may require familiarity with a variety of techniques and equipment.

Project Planning

• Assists with planning specific research procedures and coordinates schedules of tests and procedures.

• Develops and troubleshoots new techniques and ideas.

• Proposes alternative experimental procedures for consideration by the principal investigator.

Record Maintenance

• Compiles and helps analyze data and prepares charts, graphs and results of studies.

• Maintains all required records, reports, statistics, etc.

• Maintains and updates department policies regarding procedures, objectives, safety, etc.

• Maintains a log of work performed.

Supplies and Equipment

• Assists in care and maintenance of equipment, supplies and work area.

• Sets up, calibrates, cleans and performs routine maintenance on specialized laboratory equipment.

• Sterilizes and cleans glassware and disposes of specimens, media and other materials using appropriate procedures.

Literature Searches, Reviews and Reports

• Compiles information from journals and suggests uses for new techniques to the principal investigator.

• Attends courses, lectures and conferences to further knowledge of research and laboratory techniques.

• Writes grants and proposals.

Teamwork/Communication
Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
Safety