Inova Research Center has a great opportunity for a Research Scientist 1 - PRN to join their team at Fairfax hospital.

The Research Scientist 1 designs and implements data and specimen collection methodology tools and processes to respond to research questions/inquiries. Designs student schedules and assignments to ensure the proper and timely completion of work, the health/safety of the students and team members as well as the overall efficient operation of the section. Directs the daily technical operations of the laboratory, maintaining quality standards/procedures of the laboratory to meet CAP, The Joint Commission, AABB, CLIA as well as other regulatory agency requirements. Organizes and communicates research results, analysis and other information for written, graphic or multimedia academic productivity. Participates in routine testing procedures which require maintenance, repair, instrument calibration and result verification.

This is a PRN position. MUST BE FLEXIBLE!!

Benefits and Perks:

Competitive salary. Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage Paid Parental Leave Retirement matching: dollar for dollar the first 5% of your eligible pay that you contribute. Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO hours on your very first day of work.

Job Responsibilities:

Researches, develops and employs appropriate data collection and methodology to maximize collection efficiency and minimize collection bias within specific project timelines. Develops investigator-initiated protocols for the conduct of research investigations, independently or in collaboration with other investigators, to support the goals of the department according to project objectives.  Collaborates with other investigators in the design/development of adequate data collection and management systems to affect desired study outcomes. Performs, interprets and reviews all tests done in section according to standard operating procedures and policies (SOPP) by using scientific knowledge of the principles of test procedures and disease processes.

Qualifications:

 Experience:

Two (2) years of experience in common genomic and proteomic techniques such as high throughput assays such as microarrays, qPCR, ELISA, Bio-Plex, etc. Demonstrated acuity with statistical and analytical skills necessary to assess data produced by the above techniques.

Education:

Bachelors Degree in Science or relevant field of study. 

Certification:

ASCP – American Society of Clinical Pathologist or Specialty certifications (i.e. SBB, SC, SH, SI or SM). 

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