Department:

85230 Greater Charlotte Research and Other Sponsored Programs - Academic Translational Research Lab

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Research Scientist in Molecular Bacteriology- Department of Oral Medicine, Atrium Health-Wake Forest School of Medicine, Charlotte, NC USA

Job Summary: The Research Scientist is responsible for conducting basic and translational research for biomarker discovery for oral and systemic diseases. The individual will use molecular microbiology, molecular biology, cellular biology, and biochemistry investigation methodologies in bench research. The individual undertakes research studies in areas defined by department leadership. Responsibilities will include all aspects of research from protocol and experimental design, study implementation in the laboratory, data analysis and interpretation, independent grant writing and submission, abstract and manuscript preparation, presentation at meetings., and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. All work will be conducted with minimum of direct supervision as defined by the department's directors of research.

Education, Training, and Experience

Ph.D., MD-PhD, DDS-PhD and/ or other doctoral degrees with appropriate research experience during prior graduate and postdoctoral education needed in microbiology, molecular and cellular biology, and biochemistry. Postdoctoral training in reputable labs using contemporary biomedical research approaches. Experience in biostatistics or bioinformatics and clinical outcome research is a plus. Experience in basic and translational research in oral Medicine preferred.

The ability to develop novel research projects and implement them into laboratory is essential. Excellence in oral and written communication skills is required. Prior publications demonstrated required. Demonstrated grant funding preferred. Organizational, time management, and planning capabilities needed. Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated, energetic, and to work effectively in a team environment.

Regular business hours

Pay Range:
$47.50 - $71.25

The Research Scientist is responsible for conducting basic and clinical translational research for genomics related biomarker discovery for oral and systemic diseases. The individual will use molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, and microbiology investigation methodologies in bench research. The individual undertakes research studies in areas defined by the Lab Directors or designee. Responsibilities will include all aspects of research from protocol and experimental design, study implementation in the laboratory, data analysis and interpretation, independent grant writing and submission, abstract and manuscript preparation, and presentation at meetings. All work will be conducted with minimum of direct supervision as defined by the director of the laboratory. Experience in biostatistics, bioinformatics, basic and translational research in oral Medicine preferred.

Essential Functions

• Performs searches in bioreository, genomic and bioinformatic databases, analyzes data, and prepares presentations.
• Provides instruction and mentors to residents, post-doctoral fellows, students and research associates on the fundamentals of Oral Medicine Research, evidence-based medicine, research principles, and methodologies.
• Develops and Performs basic science and clinical translational research projects related, but not limited, to oral medicine, cancer, and autoimmune diseases.
• Collaborates on projects on the basic and clinical and translational aspects of oral medicine
• Generates data quality check, data reports and analysis and writes progress reports.
• Writes manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Prepares abstracts and presents research findings at local and national meetings.
• Conceives, develops, writes, and submits grant funding.
• Participates in safety and quality assurance activities.

physical Requirements
Involves long periods of sitting or standing and some walking. Routine lifting of documents, supplies, equipment, solutions and chemicals required.

Education, Experience and Certifications

MD and/or Ph.D. with at least 3 years of relevant post-doctoral research in biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, or relevant biomedical fields preferred. Published in respected journals with high report factors preferred.

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.