Associate Scientist- Genetics

Job description

The Associate Scientist is experienced in the conduct of research involving the understanding of human diseases and improvement of human health. May assist in the operation of the clinical laboratory. Engages in clinical investigation or other research, production, technical writing, and related activities, and may mentor less senior scientist and Associate Researcher staff. - Conducts research to develop methodologies, instrumentation and procedures for medical application, analyzing data and presenting findings. - Designs and conducts complex clinical research studies requiring the determination and evaluation of alternative methods, computational modeling, diagnosis and treatment. - Plans and directs studies to investigate human or animal disease, preventive methods, and treatments for disease. - May assist in clinical laboratory operations. - Follows strict safety procedures when handling materials to avoid contamination. - Teaches principles of medicine and medical and laboratory procedures to physicians, residents, students, and research staff. - Confers with health departments, industry personnel, physicians, and others to develop health safety standards and public health im...