Research Specialist

Posting Number: SP005215P
Division/College: College of Science
Department: Biological Sciences
Location: Moscow

Posting Context Statement:
This position in the lab of Dr. Lee Fortunato is to assist with supervising the operation of the Virology Laboratory. It will perform and assist with research experiments conducted by the PI and other lab members as needed, including tissue culture infections, sample collection, preparation and analysis. They will be responsible for general laboratory maintenance and organization, ordering supplies and monitoring laboratory budgets and will assist with manuscript preparation and ensuring compliance with all Federal, State and University regulations and directives.
Position Overview:
Performs research activities and analysis, recording observations and measurements, and reports results. Participates in analyzing and preparing results for publication. Works under general supervision.
Duties may include:

• Prepare standard solutions for calibration and analyses
• Interpret test results and comparing with determined standards and limits
• Collect laboratory or field data
• Conduct research and analysis of scientific data
• Participate in research design discussions
• Perform literature reviews
• Prepare reports
• Compare data and historical records for trend verification
• Develop reference files, comparison charts, and graphs on research data
• Assist with site inspections and field oversight
• Have little or no supervisory responsibilities
• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

• Following pre-established procedures or protocols
• Collecting and reviewing scientific data
• Keeping complete and accurate records
• Working in a team environment

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in biological sciences or related field

Required Other:

• Ability to occasionally work nonstandard business hours

Additional Preferred:

• Coursework in molecular biology, cell biology, virology and/or neurobiology
• At least two years experience in a biological laboratory setting
• Experience with research lab operations and organization
• Experience with histological techniques and fluorescent microscopy, including image analysis

Research Specialist

Posting Number: SP005215P
Division/College: College of Science
Department: Biological Sciences
Location: Moscow

Posting Context Statement:
This position in the lab of Dr. Lee Fortunato is to assist with supervising the operation of the Virology Laboratory. It will perform and assist with research experiments conducted by the PI and other lab members as needed, including tissue culture infections, sample collection, preparation and analysis. They will be responsible for general laboratory maintenance and organization, ordering supplies and monitoring laboratory budgets and will assist with manuscript preparation and ensuring compliance with all Federal, State and University regulations and directives.
Position Overview:
Performs research activities and analysis, recording observations and measurements, and reports results. Participates in analyzing and preparing results for publication. Works under general supervision.
Duties may include:

• Prepare standard solutions for calibration and analyses
• Interpret test results and comparing with determined standards and limits
• Collect laboratory or field data
• Conduct research and analysis of scientific data
• Participate in research design discussions
• Perform literature reviews
• Prepare reports
• Compare data and historical records for trend verification
• Develop reference files, comparison charts, and graphs on research data
• Assist with site inspections and field oversight
• Have little or no supervisory responsibilities
• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

• Following pre-established procedures or protocols
• Collecting and reviewing scientific data
• Keeping complete and accurate records
• Working in a team environment

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in biological sciences or related field

Required Other:

• Ability to occasionally work nonstandard business hours

Additional Preferred:

• Coursework in molecular biology, cell biology, virology and/or neurobiology
• At least two years experience in a biological laboratory setting
• Experience with research lab operations and organization
• Experience with histological techniques and fluorescent microscopy, including image analysis