Temporary Research Analyst II - Chemistry & Biochemistry (Pool)

$31,200 - $31,200/Yr

University of North Carolina - Wilmington, NC

Full-time - Entry Level

Wilmington, NC

10,001+ employees

Educational Services

About the position

The University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) is seeking a Temporary Research Analyst II in the Chemistry & Biochemistry department. This position is designed for individuals who are capable of developing specific plans for experiments within the assigned laboratory and area of study. The role involves reading relevant literature, modifying and adapting procedures to meet project objectives, and conducting experiments independently. The Research Analyst will be responsible for recording and interpreting data from experiments, as well as evaluating and providing limited interpretations of results. This position requires a solid theoretical knowledge base to work effectively in the area of inquiry and the ability to exercise independent judgment in planning and executing experimental details. In addition to conducting experiments, the Research Analyst may also be tasked with training and supervising other technicians or students in specific phases of the experiments. The work is performed under the general supervision of a principal investigator, who will review the work through periodic conferences and reports, focusing on its contribution to the overall project objectives. This temporary position is part of a pool, meaning that the length of the assignment will depend on departmental needs, with the possibility of continuation. However, it is important to note that temporary assignments cannot exceed 11 consecutive months without a full 31-day break from employment, and employees in temporary positions do not earn leave.

Responsibilities

• Develop specific plans for experiments in the assigned laboratory and area of study.
• Read literature relating to procedures and modify/adapt procedures to suit project objectives.
• Carry out experiments independently and record data from experiments.
• Interpret data of experiments and procedures conducted by self and others.
• Evaluate and provide limited interpretations of results.
• Train and supervise other technicians or students in performing specific phases of experiments.
• Work under the general supervision of a principal investigator who reviews work periodically.

Requirements

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in a related science.
• Three years of laboratory experience in the area of research assigned.
• Hands-on experience in the specific area of work assigned.

Benefits

• $15 per hour pay rate
• Possibility of continuation based on department need
• Exposure to a research environment at a recognized institution.