Research Technologist 2

About the Role

Conducts experimental research laboratory work and assists with the design, implementation, and evaluation of one or more phases of research projects. A substantial part of the role involves writing, reviewing, and maintaining code to support research, including developing software tools, implementing algorithms, automating data collection and analysis workflows, integrating research hardware and systems, and testing, debugging, documenting, and troubleshooting software. Performs mathematical calculations and computer-based tasks, analyzes and interprets data, and assists in assessing the validity, accuracy, and quality of research findings. Supports the design and execution of human research studies, including study preparation, data collection, documentation, and coordination of research activities. Contributes substantively to published research and other research dissemination activities, including the preparation of figures, presentations, reports, conference materials, manuscripts, and peer-reviewed publications, with authorship determined in accordance with applicable contribution and authorship standards. Provides hardware setup and technical support for research equipment and systems. Follows all applicable protocols, policies, procedures, and regulations, including good clinical practice and good laboratory practice requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Following protocols, designs, sets-up and conducts basic experiments.
• Analyzes and troubleshoots protocols and data obtained from individual experiments and recommends alternatives and suggestions to improve processes, validity and/or accuracy.
• Maintains detailed records of results which may include collecting, extracting & entering data.
• Manipulates, interprets &/or presents results.
• Prepares charts & graphs for presentations & publications.
• Performs scientific literature searches in support of research.
• Completes portions of grant applications, manuscripts & publications.
• Tracks & summarizes lab supply expenses.
• Verifies accuracy of invoices.
• Orders &/or maintains inventory of lab supplies.
• Trains students.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Demonstrated laboratory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions as required by research protocols.
• Demonstrated computer skills, including spreadsheets and basic computations.
• Attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Manual dexterity.
• Strong software development skills.
• Must complete NU’s IRB CITI training before interacting with any participants & must re-certify every three years.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a scientific major or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.