Research Scientist

Develops research projects and is responsible for scientific design, conduct and interpretation, presenting results and publishing manuscripts.ResponsibilitiesDevelops scientific research projects and acts as a principal investigator or co-principal investigator.Researches and stays current with project related scientific literature.Sets up new methods or assays to accomplish scientific objectives.Identifies and implements creative solutions to overcome problems.Organizes, interprets data and derives study conclusions.Manages and trains research staff to achieve research goals.Collaborates with internal and external investigators on multiple research projects ensuring scientific significance and feasibility.Summarizes results of clinical studies in the form of scientific abstracts and manuscripts.Serves as a resource to provide clinical and scientific information needed for various initiatives.Contributes to teaching activities by preparing and presenting educational seminars.Assists with grant preparation by researching background, significance and planning statistics.Attends national conferences and presents results of clinical studies.This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Office environment.Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or other scientific discipline in a related field plus four years of experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.Additional InformationThe University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information.This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)

YesNo

* Indicate the number of years of experience that you have in developing scientific research projects, acting as principal or co-principal investigator, managing a research staff, and/or delivering formal presentations or educational seminars:

Less than 2 years2 years or more, but less than 4 years4 years or more, but less than 6 years6 years or more, but less than 8 years8 years or more

Required DocumentsResumeOptional DocumentsCover LetterAddendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submissionAppropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169University Human Resource Management250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu

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