The Department of Medicine, Division of Pulmonary, Breathe Chicago Center is seeking a Visiting Research Specialist to join their team.

Research
• Collaborate with Principle Investigator and researchers to develop objectives and design of
research projects and proposals.
• Formulate and conduct scientific experiments and analyses. Performs complex data
collection and laboratory techniques. Analyze and evaluate test and research results.
• Replicate, refine and add new research approaches based on project needs. Test,
customize and implement new methods, procedures and techniques.
• Develop and write advanced, comprehensive experimental protocols.
• Monitor project developments on an ongoing basis. Propose and implement changes as
needed.

Communication
• Contribute material, prepare results and assist in the writing of research findings for
publications, papers, presentations, grants, and other documents for publication.
• Assist principal investigator in grant and manuscript submission.
Staff Management
• Guide, train and advise lower-level researchers and students on techniques, methods, and
procedures.

Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree in science or related field required. Master’s degree in science
preferred.
A minimum of 3 years related research experience.
Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of research principles, concepts,
practices and methods.
Proficient in specific lab research techniques.