Research Associate - T221929

$41,184 - $51,002/Yr

The University of Alabama at Birmingham - Birmingham, AL

Full-time - Entry Level

Birmingham, AL

About the position

The Research Associate position at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is a full-time role within the Department of Biology, designed for individuals seeking 1-3 years of research experience. This position offers flexibility to accommodate personal commitments and involves both administrative tasks and original research, including the opportunity to conduct independent experiments and contribute to journal publications.

Responsibilities

• Functions as a competent scientist using expertise and ingenuity in the application of a wide variety of specialized and advanced techniques.
• Applies scientific principles to the solution of critical issues, evaluating approaches to unforeseen or novel problems.
• Assimilates the details and significance of various scientific analyses and procedures, independently performing most projects with direction only as to the general result expected.
• Communicates findings via recognized publications and scientific meetings.
• Designs unique, innovative protocols and develops scientific methodology.
• May be required to arrange grant proposals for new funding, preparing and editing of grant applications and manuscripts.
• May supervise, teach, and guide a small staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED and four (4) years of related experience.
• OR Associate's degree in related field and two (2) years of related experience.
• OR Bachelor's degree in related field.