Job Summary
This role supports complex clinical research and development activities focused on evaluating new procedures, devices, and technologies, particularly within blood quality and transfusion-related research. The position involves conducting laboratory experiments with a high degree of independence, performing advanced biological assays, maintaining accurate documentation, and collaborating closely with scientific and project teams. The role also contributes to assay development, validation, process improvement, and scientific reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Participate in complex clinical research and development studies independently and as part of multidisciplinary research teams
Perform blood quality analyses using laboratory instruments such as flow cytometers, hematology analyzers, aggregometers, plate readers, and gamma counters
Conduct laboratory experiments and biological assays with minimal supervision
Perform radiolabeled in vivo recovery and survival experiments
Maintain accurate, detailed records of experimental data, observations, and analyses
Summarize and document results, conduct basic analyses, and prepare technical reports
Contribute to manuscript preparation for publication in professional journals
Support development, validation, and maintenance of laboratory SOPs and assay methods
Maintain laboratory equipment and contribute to continuous process improvements
Collaborate with scientists and project leaders regarding project progress, observations, and safety procedures
Participate in ongoing technical and scientific training to develop expertise within the discipline
Qualifications
Education
Bachelors degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Masters degree preferred
Experience
Minimum of one year of experience in a research laboratory
Experience in blood banking, hematology, or transfusion medicine preferred
Flow cytometry experience highly desirable
Background in laboratory, pre-clinical, clinical, or computational studies and scientific writing preferred
Skills & Abilities
Strong proficiency in laboratory techniques with high attention to detail
Ability to recognize discrepancies in experimental results
Excellent documentation and organizational skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a research team
Broad understanding of scientific principles, theories, and related disciplines
Additional Information
Some travel may be required
This position is well suited for a detail-oriented research professional seeking to contribute to advanced clinical and laboratory research in a collaborative scientific environment.
| Location | Norfolk, Virginia |
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