Liberty University ยท 15 hours ago
Graduate Research Technician III
Lynchburg, VA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelLiberty University is seeking a Graduate Research Technician III to assist with department-related grant-funded research projects. The role involves working under the supervision of a Principal Investigator and performing various research-related tasks, including data collection, maintaining lab operations, and contributing to experiments.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Work effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering Liberty Universityโs mission
Maintain a safe work environment
Maintain accurate records of conducted research based on the adopted by the lab tools and techniques
Meet with faculty supervisor to maintain an ongoing assessment of the performance
Perform other related duties as required
Apply standard scientific practices, techniques, and methods as appropriate for specific situations, correlate data, recognize discrepancies in results, and follow protocols through a series of related, detailed steps or processes
Contribute to experiments/tests in the laboratory/field to test, prove, or modify theoretical propositions on the basis of research findings and experiences of others researching in related technical areas; may include measurements and recording of observations, collecting, compiling, and processing of data
Organize data/findings for use in technical reports, documents, or oral/written presentations
May coordinate operational activities in a research laboratory, providing support services to researchers and technicians
Assist in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and standards for lab operations to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the laboratory
Coordinate ordering, maintaining appropriate inventory, storage, and maintenance of supplies, labware, and instruments essential to the operation of the lab
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Develop, design, and conduct research projects under the general direction of faculty and/or senior research personnel and according to standard protocols or research plans
Investigate and evaluate research methods and suggest options for improving the experimental process and quality
May be responsible for the operation of a specialized laboratory or research area within a department and related data analysis for a research project
Oversees the day-to-day operation of project
Collect and correlate data, recognize discrepancies in results, and follow protocols through a series of related, detailed steps or processes
Initiate or contribute data/analysis/design for use in technical reports, documents, proposals, or oral/written presentations
Prepare reports and may present data at meetings
Train users in equipment operation and research techniques, explain and demonstrate technology and equipment capabilities, operations limitations, and outcomes
Schedule and maintain records of equipment/facility
May assemble, test, calibrate, clean, or make minor repairs to equipment
Develop, design, and conduct one or more small or moderately complex research projects or experiments in line with the plan, review progress, and evaluate results
Manage projects of small or moderate size and scope; contribute to determining the feasibility of goals and objectives; responsible for assuring the quality, cost effectiveness, and timeliness of assigned projects
Participate in formulating research methods and suggesting options for improving quality and recommending solutions, identifying problems and related technical issues, leading to long-term solutions by identifying technical approaches for problem-solving solving
Coordinate data collection and screening, and verify data; conduct analysis of data, interpret, and implement research methodology based on the outcome of the analysis
May be responsible for the operation of a specialized research area or laboratory
May act as liaison with other departments, divisions, or organizations to answer questions or provide advice on research projects/experiments
Train users in equipment operation and research techniques, explain and demonstrate technology and equipment capabilities, operations limitations, and outcomes
Assist in the preparation of papers, proposals, presentations, and reports to an outside audience
May also perform duties identified in lower-level(s)
Qualification
Required
Current enrollment in the graduate degree program
Satisfactory academic progress (3.0 or higher GPA)
Bachelor's Degree or higher
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner
Communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business and community customers and associates
Strong organizational skills
Strong aptitude to learn new skills, i.e., teachable
Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature
Operate laboratory and experimental testing equipment
Assist in surgical procedures on small animals
Excellent dexterity to facilitate the precise handling of extremely small volumes of solutions and to perform animal surgeries
Occasionally required to travel to local and campus locations
Frequently required to sit for extended periods to perform deskwork, type on a keyboard, and complete research-related tasks
Regularly required to hear and speak to effectively communicate orally
Occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb stairs (3 flights) to move about the building
Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop to conduct business
Regularly lift 20 or fewer pounds
No aversion or health concerns with working around small rodents
Proof of a valid state issued driver's license, an acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance is required
Company
Liberty University
Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Lynchburg, Va., Liberty University has been ๐๐ณ๐ข๐ช๐ฏ๐ช๐ฏ๐จ ๐๐ฉ๐ข๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ช๐ฐ๐ฏ๐ด ๐ง๐ฐ๐ณ ๐๐ฉ๐ณ๐ช๐ด๐ต ๐ด๐ช๐ฏ๐ค๐ฆ 1971.
Founded in 1971Lynchburg, VA, US
5001-10000 employees
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