Senior Research Technologist - Dr. Katherine Dobbs Lab

                    

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Job TitleSenior Research Technologist - Dr. Katherine Dobbs Lab

                        

LocationCleveland

                    

FacilityCleveland Clinic Main Campus

                     

DepartmentPeds Division Office-Children's Institute

                      

Job CodeD99762

                     

ShiftDays

                       

Schedule8:30am-5:00pm

                       

Job Summary

                         

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.  

As a Senior Research Technologist on this team, you will supervise Dr. Katherine Dobbs’ laboratory operations on a daily basis, including oversight of lab space, equipment, personnel, and project management. The lab focuses on translational research involving malaria, with all work conducted through cell culture and no mouse or patient interaction. In this role, you will contribute to studies exploring the underlying mechanisms of infectious diseases that affect pediatric patients globally. The research is highly engaging and has the potential for lasting worldwide impact, while also supporting the clinical research team that directly contributes to improved patient care.

A caregiver in this position works days from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.  

After fully trained, this position offers a hybrid option with 2–3 days per week working remotely and the remaining days onsite, depending on patient care needs.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

• Supervise a research lab on a daily basis, including space, equipment, personnel, and project management.

• Assist staff investigator with experimental design and planning/developing technical aspects of research projects. 

• Plan, organize, perform, and monitor daily project protocols. 

• Collect, prepare, and maintain required research documentation, including informed consent records, case records, clinical notes, and medical reports. 

• Report and assist with the management of protocol deviations, adverse events, and other project-related issues. 

• Assist with the preparation and delivery of internal/external presentations, conference reports/lectures, and publishing submissions. 

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• High School Diploma and six years of experience in a research or related laboratory environment, which has developed the ability to work independently on a variety of research projects, demonstrated through a thorough understanding of research laboratory techniques and procedures 

• OR Associate's in laboratory science field and five years of experience in a research or related laboratory environment

• OR Bachelor's degree and four years of experience in a research or related laboratory environment

• OR Master's degree and three years of experience in a research or related laboratory environment

• Proficient in innovative design and development techniques, with experience in budget management

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Experience with GLP and working with infectious agents

• Proficient in supporting laboratory setup and independently running experiments

• Experience with Cell culture, immunoassays (ELISA, Luminex, MSD), flow cytometry, RNA isolation, qPCR, NGS library preparation, inventory management, international shipping logistics

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods

• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information

• Ability to distinguish color

• Manual dexterity to handle specimens and repair equipment

•   Ability to lift and transport equipment or specimens up to 20 pounds

•   May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, bio-hazards, radioactive materials, etc. ​

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

                       

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Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

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