SUMMARY: Under general supervision, but following established policies and procedures, performs scientific investigative research in areas related to patient care. Researches literature in the field, participates in the design of experimental protocols and develops new procedures to carry out established research objectives. Conducts experiments using in vitro and or in vivo techniques; collects and analyzes data using statistical methodology. May assist in writing presentations and papers for publication based on the research performed. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Conducts experiments according to established protocols and research methodology using in vivo techniques on animal and/or human serum, and/or in vitro techniques on research animals.Participates in the design of experimental protocols to achieve the scientific objectives of the research project.Develops research methodologies within the parameters of experimental protocols and research objectives to allow quantitative and qualitative evaluation and interpretation of data obtained.Gathers, tabulates, graphs develops explanatory charts, and analyzes data using statistical methodology. May use computer programming to assist in the data analysis.Participates in the interpretation of the results of experiences through conferences with supervisor and other researchers to review data compared to hypothesis and research methodology in instances of inexplicable data.Reviews all literature pertaining to research being conducted in the scientific area of interest.May assist in writing presentations and papers for publications based on research performed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences with 2 - 3 years progressively more responsible related experience. Requires a working knowledge of statistics, computer programming and research methodology.Requires an in-depth knowledge of the scientific field in which the research is being conducted.EXPERIENCE:Two to three years experience in the particular research field. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:Provides functional guidance to other research staff as necessary.Completion in a laboratory environment with possible exposure to human and animal serum chemical reagents, animal subjects and radioactive materials.

Pay Range:

$48,068.80-$79,372.80

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-F 8:00am-5:00pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No