The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff "for fit" makes significant contributions to Howard University's overall mission.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Provide organizational planning and data management of research programs and/or projects conducted in the department and oversee the daily operation of the research laboratory.
SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITY :
Responsible for orienting and training others and assigning and reviewing their work. May also be responsible for acting in a "lead" or "senior" capacity over other positions performing essentially the same work, or related technical tasks and reporting to a higher level on a formal basis.
NATURE AND SCOPE: Internal contacts generally include administrators, faculty, students and staff. External contacts generally include vendors, consultants, visitors and the general public.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABITIES:

• Designs and develops standard operating procedures for research programs and/or projects conducted in the laboratory and maintains manual of laboratory operations for quality control and quality assurance.
• Designs and maintains secure electronic data files for core and collaborative research conducted in the laboratory.
• Works in conjunction with senior research associate for laboratory operation and research training to develop, implement, and evaluate academic core program in molecular genomics.
• Assists director in the preparation of research proposals, grant applications, manuscripts, progress reports, and related documents.
• Interfaces directly with department's core personnel to enhance, facilitate, and trouble-shoot research programs in the laboratory.
• In close consultation with the co-investigators maintains and ensures the integrity of the research data.
• Orders equipment and research supplies. Performs other related duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Skilled in developing research laboratory protocols and the ability to design research plans and conduct laboratory procedures; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience interfacing with genetic researchers and physicians.
• Competence in both oral and written English and interpersonal communication skills.
• Skilled in the use of PC computer/software and management of large data files and effective electronic communication within and outside of the department and Howard University.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a diverse population.
• Must be detailed oriented and organized.
• Ability to exercise discretion and ensure a high-level of confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious work relations with faculty, staff, residents, students and the general public.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in business or administration and 1-3 years of experience. 8 years of related work experience may be substituted in lieu of educational qualifications.