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Institute Associate Scientist II, ex vivo organoid
CORE COMPETENCIES
1.Self Motivation (Independent Contributor): Set high standards of performance; pursue goals with energy and persistence; drive for results and achievement.
* Use standards set by management. Take ownership for actions. Continually meet department goals.
* Demonstrate a personal sense of urgency in getting results. Use personal and management standards to complete assignments.
2.Technical/Functional Expertise (Independent Contributor): Demonstrate technical proficiency required to do the job; possess up-to-date knowledge in the profession; provide technical expertise to others.
* Apply basic technical/functional knowledge to complete work. Meet essential position requirements.
* Seek experiences and knowledge in technical/functional areas to gain additional expertise. Troubleshoot systems/processes effectively.
3.Analytical Thinking (Independent Contributor): Gather relevant information systematically; break down problems into simple components; make sound decisions.
* Recognize simple cause and effect relationships. Diagnose problems by breaking them down into simple tasks or activities.
* Identify relationships among a few parts of a problem. Scan own knowledge and experience base to determine potential solutions.
4.Team with Others (Independent Contributor): Encourage collaboration and input from all team members; value the contributions of all team members, and those beyond team; balance individual and team goals.
* Support and show respect to team members. Recognize how individual actions affect the team.
* Model team qualities, i.e. respect helpfulness and coping. Support team decisions once they are made and help to implement.
Working Conditions
Laboratory environment
This position requires: |
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Working in Office Environment |
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Working in Patient Care Unit (e.g. Nursing unit; outpatient clinic) |
_X_ No |
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Exposure to human/animal blood, body fluids, or tissues |
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Exposure to harmful chemicals |
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__X_ Yes |
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Exposure to radiation |
_X_ No |
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Physical Demands
Indicate the time required to do each of the following physical demands:
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Time Spent |
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Never 0% |
Occasionally 1-33% |
Frequently 34-66% |
Continuously 67-100% |
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Standing |
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Walking |
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Sitting |
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Reaching |
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Lifting/Carrying |
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Up to 10 lbs |
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10lbs to 50 lbs |
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More than 50 lbs |
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Pushing/Pulling |
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Up to 10 lbs |
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X |
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EDUCATION:
Required: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Enzymology, Pharmacology, Chemistry or related field.
Preferred: Master's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Enzymology, Pharmacology, Chemistry or related field.
EXPERIENCE:
Required: One year of relevant research experience in lab. With preferred degree, no required experience.
Preferred: Experience with ex vivo organoid
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