Research Associate, UHMSO Van Besien, Koen

A Brief Overview
The Research Scientist position will primarily focus on advancing the research efforts of UH Seidman Cancer Center (SCC) and of the Wesley Center. 
Center. This individual will have general oversight and support responsibilities for the research activities of Wesley Center research program and is expected to participate in and support Wesley Center  SCC and UH in several other areas 
including, but not limited to the following:

What You Will Do
• Support the academic aspects of Wesley -related programs
• Assist in the RFP and scholar selection process for Wesley programs
• Oversee grant writing and other academic/laboratory funding initiatives
• Develop and advance scientific research in advance of PI
• Collaborate with laboratory staff and engage in activities

Additional Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education Qualifications
• Doctorate Degree including but not limited to (PhD, MD, DDS, DO or the equivalent) (Required) 

Experience Qualifications
• 10 years of experience in relevant research (Required) 
• 10 years experience in relevant research activities (Required) 

Skills and Abilities
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills. (Required proficiency)
• In-depth knowledge of drug development process. (Required proficiency)
• Demonstrated management and people leadership skills. (Required proficiency)
• Ability to collaborate effectively. (Required proficiency)
• Management skills inclusive of goal setting and continuous quality improvement processes (Required  proficiency)
• Strong project and time management skills with the ability to manage competing requests. (Required  proficiency)
• Strong communications/ interpersonal skills. (Required proficiency)
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills (Required proficiency)
• Must present in a professional, collected manner. (Required proficiency)
• Must possess strong drive, exceptional motivation and follow through. (Required proficiency)
• Proficient in all office technology. (Required proficiency)
• Knowledge of scientific applications. (Required proficiency)

 

Physical Demands: 

• Standing Frequently
• Walking Frequently
• Sitting Rarely
• Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Balancing Occasionally
• Stooping Frequently
• Kneeling Frequently
• Crouching Frequently
• Crawling Occasionally
• Reaching Frequently
• Handling Frequently
• Grasping Frequently
• Feeling Constantly
• Talking Constantly
• Hearing Constantly
• Repetitive Motions Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements: 

• 10%