Senior Specialist

Position Overview Salary Range: $55,000 at Step 1 or $58,600 at Step 2 (approximately $26.35/hr at Step 1 and $28.07/hr at Step 2). Position Description Department of Surgery, University of California, Davis – Junior Specialist – Trauma Surgery research support. Responsibilities Research (80%) Contribute and support research studies as needed by Trauma Principal Investigators. Coordinate and manage datasets, and research related documentation. Assist in preparing laboratory orders and maintain an inventory of laboratory supplies. Other related jobs assigned by supervisor. Participate in the writing and preparing of manuscripts and research publications. Follow and maintain all regulatory documentation as it relates to the research studies. Update/modify standard laboratory procedures to fulfill the needs of each research project. Follow all wet lab protocols and maintain UC Davis lab safety regulations. Work closely with the Project Manager (Study Director), the Principal Investigator (PI) and collaborators on multiple research projects, assisting in coordinating research activities, implementation of study protocols, tracking and oversight of these protocols. Skill to organize work activity, follow standard operating procedures with strict attention to detail, flexibility to adapt to a changing environment and workload, and work independently and efficiently in a high-throughput laboratory under supervision to meet standard laboratory turnaround times. Ability to complete job assignments in a timely manner to meet critical deadlines. Assist in patient recruitment as it relates to research study. Maintain and contribute to source documentation and CRFs. Professional Competence (10%) Ability to effectively communicate with hospital staff and faculty. Ability to be an effective communicator with the trauma research team. Additional education and credentials as related to surgery and trauma research. University and Public Service (10%) Committee service for lab safety, animal care, facilities, and mentorship of volunteer students. Qualifications Basic Qualifications Knowledge of basic molecular/cell biology techniques and terminology. Additional Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Physiology or a related discipline. Preferred Qualifications Strong interpersonal, communication skills and an interest in basic science; ability to work independently and as part of a team. Beginning knowledge of medical terminology and blood coagulation. Skills to organize work activity, follow standard operating procedures with strict attention to detail, flexibility to adapt to a changing environment and workload, and work independently and efficiently in a high-throughput laboratory under supervision to meet standard laboratory turnaround times. Ability to complete job assignments in a timely manner to meet critical deadlines. Job Location Sacramento, CA EEO Statement The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state for federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr