Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

Infectious Disease Diagnostics Laboratory - Staff Scientist

Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master’s and Doctorate preferred
  • At least nine years of relevant scientific lab experience required
  • At least three years of post-fellowship scientific experience preferred
  • Expert knowledge in lab techniques and research equipment
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to train and mentor others

Responsibilities

  • Conduct significant research in basic and/or translational science
  • Independently develop and execute research projects under PI guidance
  • Manage research projects adhering to federal and institutional regulations
  • Collaborate with external researchers and institutions for cooperative research
  • Train staff, students, fellows, and physicians in lab procedures
  • Review manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals
  • Assist in developing publications for scientific journals
  • Help prepare grant and research funding applications

Benefits

  • Access to a collaborative and innovative research environment
  • Opportunity for mentorship from established principal investigators
  • Engagement with a variety of institutional and external research collaborations
  • Possibility to supervise and train junior staff and students
  • Support for professional development through publication and symposium presentations
Full Job Description
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A Brief Overview
This role is an advanced researcher that plans, coordinates and executes complex research projects. Contributions are scientific or intellectual, characterized by originality and creativity. Works under the mentorship of an established principal investigator to conduct research in a specific scientific area. Conducts experiments without direct supervision; develops research projects with the guidance of the principal investigator. Develops new experimental procedures and hypotheses for further investigation.

Prepares manuscripts and abstracts for publication, publishes scientific articles in refereed journals, presents at scientific symposiums. Collaborates and interacts with other researchers within CHOP - RI and at other institutions. Assists in the preparation of scientific publications and research grant proposals. Serves as resource person for colleagues and as a mentor for less experienced research personnel. May manage/supervise other research staff or projects; assists with the management of laboratory operations.

This role is an advanced scientist that plans, coordinates and executes complex clinical and research projects. Contributions are scientific or intellectual, characterized by originality and creativity. Works with laboratory Medical Directors and Clinical R&D to conduct clinical and research work in a specific scientific area. Supports clinical assay development and implementation. Conducts experiments without direct supervision; develops projects with the guidance of the medical directors and laboratory leadership in alignment with clinical laboratory priorities, where applicable. Develops new experimental procedures and hypotheses for further investigation.

Prepares manuscripts and abstracts for publication, publishes scientific articles in refereed journals, presents at scientific symposiums. Collaborates and interacts with other researchers, clinical R&D, and clinical laboratory personnel within CHOP and at other institutions. Assists in the preparation of scientific publications and research grant proposals. Serves as resource person for colleagues and as a mentor for less experienced clinical and research personnel. May supervise other research and laboratory staff or projects.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential Functions
•Conducts research of significant scientific value in the basic and/or translational science area(s), including research supporting clinical laboratory initiatives
•In consultation with the medical director, functions independently in the development and execution of research projects
•Plans, conducts, and manages research and clinical projects within the federal, institutional regulations and policies
•Collaborates with researchers, clinical R&D, clinical laboratory staff, external agencies and institutions to develop cooperative research initiatives
•Partners with Clinical R&D Specialists on clinical laboratory projects, supporting clinical assay development
•Trains research and laboratory staff, students, fellows, and physicians in lab procedures and scientific methodologies
•Reviews manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals
•Assists with the development of high quality publications for peer reviewed, scientific journals
•Assists in composing/developing/ submitting applications for grants, contracts, and research project funding
•Responsible for appropriate use of research funds
•May supervise students or other laboratory and research staff

What you will do
  • Conducts research of significant scientific value in the basic and/or translational science area(s)
  • In consultation with the PI functions independently in the development and execution of research projects
  • Plans, conducts, and manages research projects within the federal, institutional regulations and policies
  • Collaborates with researchers, external agencies and institutions to develop cooperative research initiatives
  • Trains technical staff, students, fellows, and physicians in lab procedures
  • Reviews manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals
  • Assists with the development of high quality publications for peer reviewed, scientific journals
  • Assists in composing/developing/ submitting applications for grants, contracts, and research project funding
  • Responsible for appropriate use of research funds
  • May supervise students or other research staff

Education Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree Required
  • Master's Degree Preferred
  • Doctorate Preferred

Experience Qualifications
  • At least nine (9) years of directly relevant scientific lab experience Required
  • At least three (3) years of post-fellowship scientific experience Preferred

Skills and Abilities
  • Expert knowledge in the use of a wide variety of lab techniques, research equipment and research related software
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Excellent critical thinking / problem-solving skills
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Strong leadership skills


SALARY RANGE:

$83,700.00 - $106,700.00 Annually

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted in this job posting. Click here for more information regarding CHOP's Compensation and Benefits.

About Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is a pediatric healthcare facility that provides a range of medical services to children and families. The hospital was founded in 1855 and is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. CHOP has a team of over 16,000 employees, including doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. The hospital offers services such as primary care, specialty care, and surgical services. CHOP is consistently ranked as one of the top children's hospitals in the US by U.S. News & World Report.
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