Research Specialist (International Health)
Core
Conducting laboratory assays and experiments to support international health research efforts, including data analysis and manuscript support.
Role type
Research Specialist (Laboratory)
Builds
Scientific data and publications for the Department of International Health
Domain
Public Health / International Health / Laboratory Science
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Laboratory assay execution, experimental design, data management, scientific writing, protocol troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, inventory management
Preferred skills
ELISA experience, assay quality control interpretation, data management, human nutrition background
Technologies
ELISA, laboratory instruments, data management systems
Responsibilities
Plan and run experiments after discussion with investigators, interpret results and evaluate component parts of experiments, train and orient new laboratory staff, process analyzed data into figures for publications, maintain laboratory equipment and safety standards, manage inventory of kits and reagents, contribute to writing methodology sections for manuscripts and grants
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC