Research Technologist 2

Department: MCC Mechanical Engineering

Salary/Grade: NEX/11

Target hiring range for this position will be between $20.51 - $28.85 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data

Job Summary:

Conducts experimental research laboratory work and assists with the design, implementation, and evaluation of one or more phases of research projects. A substantial part of the role involves writing, reviewing, and maintaining code to support research, including developing software tools, implementing algorithms, automating data collection and analysis workflows, integrating research hardware and systems, and testing, debugging, documenting, and troubleshooting software. Performs mathematical calculations and computer-based tasks, analyzes and interprets data, and assists in assessing the validity, accuracy, and quality of research findings. Supports the design and execution of human research studies, including study preparation, data collection, documentation, and coordination of research activities. Contributes substantively to published research and other research dissemination activities, including the preparation of figures, presentations, reports, conference materials, manuscripts, and peer-reviewed publications, with authorship determined in accordance with applicable contribution and authorship standards. Provides hardware setup and technical support for research equipment and systems. Follows all applicable protocols, policies, procedures, and regulations, including good clinical practice and good laboratory practice requirements.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Following protocols, designs, sets-up and conducts basic experiments.
• Analyzes and troubleshoots protocols and data obtained from individual experiments and recommends alternatives and suggestions to improve processes, validity and/or accuracy.

Administration

• Maintains detailed records of results which may include collecting, extracting & entering data.
• Manipulates, interprets &/or presents results.
• Prepares charts & graphs for presentations & publications.
• Performs scientific literature searches in support of research.
• Completes portions of grant applications, manuscripts & publications.

Finance

• Tracks & summarizes lab supply expenses.
• Verifies accuracy of invoices.
• Orders &/or maintains inventory of lab supplies.

Supervises

• Trains students.

Miscellaneous

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelors or higher degree in a scientific major or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.

Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)

• Demonstrated laboratory experience;

• Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions as required by research protocols;

• Demonstrated computer skills, including spreadsheets and basic computations;

• Attention to detail and accurate record keeping;

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment;

• Manual dexterity.

• Must complete NU's IRB CITI training before interacting with any participants & must re-certify every three years.

• Strong software development skills.

Benefits:

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

Work-Life and Wellness:

Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.

We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.

Professional Growth & Development:

Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.