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Subject: Research Assistant, (Administrative Associate with Good Scientific Documentation) Description: Job Title: Research Assistant Job ID: 211954 Location: Bethesda, MD (AFRRI) Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular The application is through the HJF website, Job ID 211929. http://careers.hjf.org/psc/eapp/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL Come Work at HJF! HJF is seeking a Research Assistant, (Administrative Associate with Good Scientific Documentation) to support the Radiation Countermeasures Program at the Scientific Research Department in the Armed Forces Radiobiology Research Institute, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) located in Bethesda, Maryland. HJF provides scientific, technical and programmatic support services to USUHS. The Research Assistant will collaborate with Principle Investigator to determine study design in regard to statistical issues, contributes to protocol development, writes statistical analysis plans, performs statistical analysis and inference and writes and presents reports summarizing findings including publications in peer-reviewed journals. Responsibilities: Responsible for assuring that data for statistical analyses and output are complete and accurate, ensuring conclusions are valid. Performs statistical analyses, and validates reproducible statistical applications and programs. Provides accurate and timely guidance/answers to routine questions from colleagues. Provides relevant statistical and project status updates to research staff through successful execution of projects. Recommends and implements changes as needed. Effectively mentors non-statistical peers with regard to basic statistical/analytic methodologies and training. Works collaboratively with peers to develop quality project protocols, data analysis summaries, research summary reports, presentations, annual reports, scientific research related materials and manuscript publications. Assists with laboratory research projects using a small animal model, as well as a large animal model, including collection and organization of data, biochemical assays from animal sources. Makes detailed observations about experiments, and provides basic data analysis and interpretation. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor and departmental leadership. 8. Maintains supplies in the laboratory and keeps the laboratory area clean. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Experience with statistical, graphing, and other relevant software applications (SPSS, GraphPad Prism, SIGMAPLOT, MS Office, EndNote, matlab, etc.) in statistical analysis, data science, and bioinformatics applications. Minimal Knowledge in standard laboratory techniques; ability to follow detailed instructions; good communication and analytical skills Minimum Education/Training Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline Minimum Experience: 0 to 2 years’ experience Physical Capabilities: Long periods of standing and sitting Work Environment: Office and Laboratory environment. including some work in an animal facility HJF is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Director of Human Resources. The application is through the HJF website, Job ID 211929. http://careers.hjf.org/psc/eapp/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL Contact Person: Browne, Caroline Contact Email: [log in to unmask]