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The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine · 8 hours ago

Research Associate II

San Antonio, TX

Part-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. They are seeking a Research Associate II to perform research and development in collaboration with scientific and technical staff, focusing on various areas such as trauma and directed energy health effects.

Health CareMedicalMedical Device

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Responsible for supporting laboratory-based research applying the latest scientific knowledge towards the solution of a broad range of theoretical and practical problems in the areas of trauma, hemorrhage and resuscitation, immunomodulation, directed energy health effects, and craniofacial health and trauma

Assists Government with administrative tasks, including preparation and revision of Performance Work Statements (PWS), IACUC and IRB protocols, proposals, manuscripts, report and presentation editing and review

Ability to coordinate the implementation of research studies, including regulatory requirements, maintenance of study records and all activities associated with internal and external audits

Assists Government in ordering and maintaining inventory of supplies related to research under contract. All ordering is conducted by a government employee

Aids Government in Market research for equipment and equipment maintenance services requirements related to research under contract

Ensures IACUC/IRB requirements are followed

Modifies and plans research experiment schedules, procedures, and tests

Ability to research and collect data through complex laboratory/scientific experiments, techniques, and procedures, literature research, or through other means for research projects

Assists in the maintenance of a clean and operational lab space

Reports on status of research activities

Routes administrative paperwork related to scientific products

Maintains data and records securely, including the use of an assigned laboratory notebook

Oversees the work of entry-level contract personnel

Writes and edits material for publication and presentation

Oversees and instructs contract personnel on technical procedures, equipment operation, and laboratory maintenance

Schedules and coordinates research activities

Qualification

Laboratory proceduresResearch experienceData collectionAnalytical skillsBasic Life Support certificationCommunicationMeet deadlines

Required

Master's Degree plus two (2) years' experience or a Bachelor's degree plus five (5) years' full time research experience in related field

Knowledge of complex laboratory procedures

Ability to meet deadlines of projects

Good communication and analytical skills

US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance, including background check and drug screening

All staff required to enter the labs shall maintain current certification in American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS); American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Course; American Red Cross CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation); or equivalent

Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs

Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods

Benefits

HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.