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Research Technician II
Washington, DC
Job Description
Description The Research Technician II conducts research as directed by a principal investigator. The RT-II performs routine research procedures related to investigation, such as genotyping and RNA and DNA extraction. Duties will be completed under supervision.
Qualifications Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree with a major in basic science or related field desired. (Preferred)
Minimum Work Experience
2 years 2-4 years related experience (Required)
Required Skills/Knowledge
Basic knowledge of lab safety and use of lab equipment.
Knowledge of statistics and advanced mathematics.
Knowledge of lab techniques and research-related software.
Functional Accountabilities
Responsible Conduct of Research
Organizational Accountabilities
Organizational Accountabilities (Staff)
Organizational Commitment/Identification
Teamwork/Communication
Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
Safety
Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree with a major in basic science or related field desired. (Preferred)
Minimum Work Experience
2 years 2-4 years related experience (Required)
Required Skills/Knowledge
Basic knowledge of lab safety and use of lab equipment.
Knowledge of statistics and advanced mathematics.
Knowledge of lab techniques and research-related software.
Functional Accountabilities
Responsible Conduct of Research
- Consistently demonstrates adherence to the standards for the responsible conduct of research.
- Plans, conducts and manages research projects within federal and institutional regulations and policies under the direction of the principal investigator.
- Uses research funds and resources appropriately.
- Maintains confidentiality of data as required.
- Meets all annual job-related training and compliance requirements.
- Performs routine tests under the direction of principal investigator or supervisor.
- Records and checks results for completeness and accuracy.
- Performs tasks that may require familiarity with fundamental techniques and equipment.
- Conducts literature search as directed.
- Compiles information from lab notebooks and journals.
- Attends courses, seminars and lab meetings to expand knowledge of research and laboratory technique.
- Assists with planning specific research protocols and procedures.
- Coordinates schedules of tests and procedures.
- Assists staff in developing and troubleshooting new techniques and ideas.
- Maintains a log of work performed.
- Prepares charts, graphs and results of studies; compiles and helps analyze data.
- Maintains all required records, reports, statistics, etc. and prepares summary reports as requested.
- Maintains and updates department policies regarding procedures, objectives, safety, etc.
Organizational Accountabilities
Organizational Accountabilities (Staff)
Organizational Commitment/Identification
- Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met
Teamwork/Communication
- Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
- Partner with all team members to achieve goals
- Receptive to others' ideas and opinions
Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
- Contribute to a positive work environment
- Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
- Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
- Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment
Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
- Use resources efficiently
- Search for less costly ways of doing things
Safety
- Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
- Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
- Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
- Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
- Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
- Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance
Primary Location: District of Columbia-Washington
Work Locations:
Shepherd Park & RDI
7125 13th Place NW
Washington 20012
Job: Research
Organization: Ctr Neuroscience & Behav Med
Position Status: R (Regular) - FT - Full-Time
Shift: Day
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday
Job Posting: Jun 7, 2023, 3:45:59 PM
Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.
Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
2 years
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