This position independently employs a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures in a particular field of specialization to plan, design, and conduct research and present findings. Carries out novel or complex assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures. May act in a liaison capacity with various department, divisions, and organizations.

• Applies diversified knowledge of scientific research principles, practices, and protocols in research projects. May make recommendations and conclusions which serve as the basis for decision making in a specialty area.
  
• Collaborates with users and principal investigators on design, analysis, application, and reporting of research projects. Teaches and advises staff on techniques. Supplies technical leadership and consultation to professional co-workers, collaborators, and graduate students.
  
• Independently and in collaboration, designs and implements research protocols and projects. Applies advanced analytical techniques and the modification and extension of theories and practices in innovative research projects in field of specialty. Develops statistical and observational models.
  
• Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and/or systems.
  
• May manage or oversee a research laboratory. May curate a research collection.
  
• Operates and maintains sophisticated equipment to conduct research, analyze data, and report research findings. May instruct others in use of equipment.
  
• Prepares analysis, reports, and other documentation for publication. Presents findings at local, national, and/or international meetings.
  
• Prepares grant proposals to obtain funding in support of research activities.
  
• Serves as principal investigator, as appropriate, on sub-projects of complexities consistent with above criteria.
  
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.
  

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable