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Research Specialist V

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Austin, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time
Job Description:
Research Specialist V Molecular: Under the supervision of the Medical Screening Quality Improvement and Testing Support Branch manager, performs highly advanced research, technical, consultative, and coordinative work. Oversees and conducts molecular genetic testing technology and quality assurance research projects for the Medical Screening Unit. Provides consultation and technical advice and training on testing methods and techniques. Develops and reviews research guidelines, policies, procedures, work plans, and timelines for achieving program goals, evaluates and prioritizes activities, and coordinates and facilitates the development of processes with stakeholders and DSHS staff. Oversees and prepares submission of grant applications and scientific publications. Maintains and improves overall customer satisfaction of Branch programs through effective communication and collaboration. Supports the creation of a laboratory-wide safety culture by serving as a liaison to the Safety Office to ensure a healthy and safe workplace. Oversees, organizes, and performs complex data and statistical analyses, and prepares reports and presentations. Formulates and monitors long-range research objectives and initiatives. Plans, implements, and oversees other research projects and activities for the Branch. Develops and maintains positive working relationships. Works under minimal direction with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Essential Job Functions:
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
EJF1. (45%) Oversees molecular genetic testing technology and quality assurance research projects for the Medical Screening Unit. Plans, develops, and monitors research and quality improvement projects on new or updated molecular genetic testing methodologies, instrumentation, and quality parameters. Evaluates and reviews the scope and strategies of research projects. Tracks tasks ensuring milestones are completed within established timeframe, and reports progress and outcome measures to Branch manager and as requested to department management and committees. Provides consultation and technical advice and training on testing methods and techniques. Performs literature reviews and maintains knowledge of emerging technologies for identification of newborn disorders and pediatric best practice and provides updates to Branch manager as needed. Develops, evaluates, and conducts effective quality assurance procedures to review Branch programs and research projects in order to ensure the highest quality of laboratory services. Identifies areas of noncompliance, deficiencies, and quality issues with agency programs and determines solutions.

EJF2. (25%) Oversees submission of grant applications and scientific publications for the Unit. Works closely with the Laboratory Grant Coordinator and laboratory staff to write and develop research proposals, including objectives, methodologies, evaluation plans, timelines, and budget estimates. Ensures that submissions of grant applications are completed in a timely manner. For awarded grants, develops timelines for deliverables defined in grants, oversees grant deliverable compliance, maintains cost accounting records, and reports grant activities. Performs research data review and statistical analyses and oversees the preparation of reports and scientific manuscripts for publication to report research progress and findings.

EJF3. (15%) Performs and assists with consultative and technical assistance. Effectively communicates within the DSHS Laboratory and between the Laboratory, vendors, and other state agencies on Unit activities to maintain and improve overall customer satisfaction of Unit programs. Builds and maintains positive working relationships. Responds to evolving needs of internal and external stakeholders. Actively obtains information from external stakeholders that are required for Unit programs and projects. Prepares and presents scientific-based data at local and national meetings. Collects, compiles, and creates written reports of requested information and clinical data. Reviews newborn screening, clinical chemistry, and laboratory legislation and policies and determines the impact on research projects. Provides information for Legislative requests. Ensures activities and assignments are completed in a timely manner.

EJF4. (10%) Safety Coordination: Enforces safety policies and participates in Safety Coordinator/Safety Committee meetings, CDC online trainings, and trainings organized by the Safety Office. Serves as back-up to other Safety Coordinators, collaborating with Group Manager and/or Team Leaders to monitor compliance and identify safety issues. Conducts area specific safety training for current and new employees as well as at the time of new procedure implementation. Ensures continual observation of area to minimize the risk of job-related activities and monitors operations to eliminate hazardous activities. Requests information and clarification on safety requirements from Safety Office prior to changing or implementing new procedures. Collaborates with safety team to ensure the required safety and health documents, periodic inspections of all safety equipment, and other safety measurements are complete and up to date. Assists Safety Office in accident investigation and proposes corrective actions.

EJF5. (5%) Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving as a Branch contact to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or continuity of operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
Knowledge Skills Abilities:
List the knowledge, skills, and abilities critical to performance in this position:
Knowledge and understanding of the roles of public health laboratories.
Knowledge of molecular genetics laboratory testing.
Knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems
Knowledge of research methods, principles, and techniques.
Knowledge of statistical analysis and methodologies.
Knowledge of DSHS and HHSC policies and procedures for personnel, budget management and tracking, fiscal accounting, purchasing and contracting, travel, and grants management.
Knowledge of email, word processing, project management, spreadsheet, and database programs such as MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Project, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and Access.
Knowledge of human subject research and Texas law regarding use of residual specimens.
Skill in effective customer service practices.
Skill in synthesizing and analyzing complex information for a variety of purposes.
Skill in problem-solving and conflict resolution.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in molecular genetic testing development, implementation, and evaluation.
Skill in time management and planning.
Skill in grant writing and project management.
Skill in conducting research and using statistical tools.
Ability to plan, organize, and oversee research projects.
Ability to interpret and publish research findings and prepare scientific manuscripts and reports.
Ability to develop and evaluate policies and procedures and plan for following action needed.
Ability to utilize computer programs for spreadsheet analysis, database analysis, word processing, and Laboratory Information Management Systems.
Ability to utilize computer programs for laboratory data analysis including trend analysis.
Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, analyze research data, and devise solutions to problems.
Ability to present complex information to a variety of audiences.
Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks, prioritize heavy workloads, and meet deadlines.
Ability to establish goals and objectives.
Ability to facilitate meetings and projects and work effectively with teams.
Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with managers, co-workers, and partners.
Ability to adapt to a changing work environment.
Ability to visually distinguish color differences as required for testing procedures.