University of Rochester · 3 months ago
Research Specialist II
Rochester, New York Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$26.90/hr - $37.66/hr
2+ years expThe University of Rochester is dedicated to fostering an inclusive community and is seeking a Research Specialist II to provide research and teaching support in a specialized field. The role involves developing and conducting research projects, training lab members, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures while contributing to the advancement of knowledge through experimentation.
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Responsibilities
Formulates research methods and suggests options for improving quality, identifies potential problems, recommends and implements solutions, and collaborates in the development of new techniques
Develops protocol and criteria
Determines interview procedures and approves protocols
May also design intervention protocols
Performs basic theoretical and experimental scientific and technological investigation directed toward the acquisition of new knowledge
Develops and installs laboratory operating procedures, develops and modifies test methods, selects procedures for data collection and handling, and makes recommendations for any changes
Collects, analyzes, and evaluates experimental data and interprets results within the scope of the study
Prepares written reports and graphic representations of experimental data using computer software and assists in writing and editing manuscripts for publication
May assist the faculty researchers in the preparation of research proposals
May also co-present results with Principal Investigator at meetings and/or conferences
Trains laboratory staff
Teaches lab techniques and instrumentation procedures to students, postdocs, and technical staff
Counsels on technical problems and advises and assists with special research projects
Orients all new lab members and ensures all health and safety procedures are maintained
May supervise research and support personnel
Operates laboratory and experimental testing equipment and apparatus, including routine lab and equipment maintenance
Organizes laboratory and orders supplies
May maintain contact with outside vendors and technical representatives to coordinate routine maintenance on equipment
Keeps abreast of trends in field of interest by reading professional journals and attends/participates in weekly lab meetings, and, as appropriate, institutes and seminars
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 2 years related work experience involving direct assistance to researchers required
Ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment as needed required
Preferred
Master's degree and experience with tissue culture, primary culture, and/or animal handling preferred
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Company
University of Rochester
The University of Rochester is a private research university located in Rochester, New York.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$20.43MKey Investors
National Science FoundationUnitedHealthcareSociety to Improve Diagnosis in Medicine
2023-09-25Grant· $18M
2023-07-26Grant· $0.07M
2022-09-20Grant· $0.05M
Leadership Team
David Linehan
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-12-04
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