Job TitlePrincipal Research Technologist
LocationCleveland
FacilityCleveland Clinic Main Campus
DepartmentRES Cancer Sciences-Research Innov and Educ
Job CodeT26014
ShiftDays
Schedule8:00am-4:30pm
Job SummaryParticipates in the design, organization, and performance of daily research project activities.
Job Details
- Plans, organizes, performs and monitors daily project protocols.
- Collects, prepares and maintains required research documentation, including informed consent records, case records, clinical notes and medical reports.
- Assists the Principal Investigator in constructing and submitting grant proposals.
- Reports and assists with the management of protocol deviations, adverse events and other project-related issues.
- Safeguards the use of drugs and maintains legal requirements for experimental drug usage as needed.
- Assists with the preparation and delivery of internal/external presentations, conference reports/lectures, and publishing submissions.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education:
- Master's Degree in Biological Sciences or a Bachelor's Degree plus 15 years of independent research, which includes the ability to perform independent research projects.
- Demonstrated and thorough understanding of research techniques, procedures, protocols and management of the laboratory are essential.
- Ability to direct the work of others. Ph.D.
- Degree may substitute for some experience.
Certifications:
Complexity of Work:
- Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Work Experience:
- A minimum of ten years of related experience in a research laboratory.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
- Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
- Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
- Ability to distinguish color
- Manual dexterity to handle specimens and repair equipment
- Ability to lift and transport equipment or specimens weighing up to 20 pounds
- May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, bio-hazards, radioactive materials, etc.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
