Bioinformatics Lab Researcher III
About National Jewish Health: As the leading respiratory hospital in the nation, National Jewish Health is pioneering a new era of preventive and personalized medicine. By combining our efforts in comprehensive care, academic education and ground-breaking research, we're able to develop treatments that help our patients live more productive lives. If you believe in Science Transforming Life, we invite you to join our team
For consideration, please read the full job description and complete an application online at http://jobs.nationaljewish.org/lab-researcher-iii/job/5841517
Responsibilities
- Performs complex laboratory tests which may require some independent decision making.
- Develops and evaluates investigative routines that lead to results of specific experiments.
- Performs technical research on assigned experiments through the use of self-generated and cooperatively developed investigative methodologies that are based on knowledge of the field, review of literature and analysis of available data.
- Collects, accurately records and analyzes data in conjunction with other research staff.
- Analyzes verbal and/or statistical data to prepare reports and studies for use by the laboratory staff.
- Prepares statistical tabulations, using a calculator or computer.
- Demonstrates enhanced proficiency in data analysis, preparation of glassware, extraction and plating procedures, programming and mathematical ordering systems. May utilize computer.
- Oversees supply functions, inventory control, equipment use and maintenance, and animal care and ordering, as needed.
- Maintains compliance with all institutional / safety training requirements.
- Maintains laboratory records, supplies, samples in an organized manner (such as a laboratory notebook and sample storage record).
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Good command of the English language, both written and verbal.
Education
Bachelor degree in biology, chemistry or other basic science required.
Certification and licensure
None
Work Experience
A minimum of three (3) years of progressively technical experience in general laboratory methodologies required. A Master's degree in a specified basic science field may suffice for two (2) years experience. A demonstrated thorough knowledge of: all routines common to respiratory, immunology and related research; techniques used in all bench type investigation routines, basic programming, basic progress reporting and basic data collation methods; and general knowledge of advanced methodologies dealing with specific fields of investigation.
For consideration, please read the full job description and complete an application online at http://jobs.nationaljewish.org/lab-researcher-iii/job/5841517
Important Notes:
A cornerstone in the Denver healthcare community, National Jewish Health is a non-profit, non-sectarian institution. National Jewish Health is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment is to provide equal employment opportunities for all job applicants in a manner that does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by applicant law in a tobacco and fragrance free environment.
