Researcher Lead

RESEARCHER LEAD-(T231349)

Description:

The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Med - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, is looking for an experienced and skilled Researcher Lead to join their team.

The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Med - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, is looking for an experienced and skilled Researcher Lead to join their team.

As a Researcher Lead, this emerging leader role will require you to spearhead major research projects and lead a team of researchers toward achieving significant scientific goals. Your responsibilities include strategic planning, project management, and ensuring alignment of research activities with organizational objectives. You will play a critical role in mentoring junior researchers, fostering a collaborative research environment, and representing the research team at national and international forums.

Depending on the research focus, this position may involve research collaborator contact, research animal contact, and/or specimens.

• Conduct research for the Basu laboratory using High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (GCMS), Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometry (IRMS), Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS), or other advanced chromatography techniques/skills to promote success of various research grants.
• Develop lab assays in collaboration with PI/lab manager to promote success of various research grants. Also works up established lab assays.
• Oversee projects within the laboratory and assume responsibility for the day-to-day operation of lab activities.
• Collect, enter, summarize, analyze, and interpret research data. Monitor results, detect and report unusual outcomes, develop modifications, and provide data to the PI.
• Work collaboratively in the clinical research setting to promote success of various research grants.
• Help with grant proposals and assist in the preparation and editing of grant applications.
• Supervise lab equipment and supplies.
• Use advanced knowledge of lab practices to direct and teach others.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

$52,555 - $85,400

Master's degree in a related field and one (1) year of related experience OR Bachelor's degree in a related field and three (3) years of related experience OR Associate's degree in a related field and five (5) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

• High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) experience is strongly preferred.
• Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (GCMS) experience is strongly preferred.
• Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometry (IRMS) experience is strongly preferred.
• Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) experience is strongly preferred.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator.

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Primary

Location:

University

Job Category:
Scientific Research

Organization:  Med - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Employee Status:
Regular

Shift: Day/1st Shift Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager):

Onsite