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The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Research Associate Scientist II Hourly in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 1007126 SHIFT:Day (United States of America)
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A Brief Overview This role is reserved for positions impacted by the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) or the local equivalent. Please reach out to HR with further questions.
This role is an advanced independent researcher that plans, coordinates and executes complex research projects.
Works with the Principal Investigator. Participates in and assists in the planning and coordination of research projects, is independent and responsible for a specific aspect of the one or more research projects. Assists in determining the direction of the project. Prepares and writes manuscripts and research proposals, performs data management and quantitative analyses, collaborates in development of innovative research and educational programs, and serves as an educational resource for the laboratory and the Institution.
What you will do Assists faculty in the conduct of research of significant value in the basic and/or translational science area Functions with a high level of independence 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 Assist in composing/developing applications for grants, contracts, and research funding proposals. Responsible for appropriate use of research funds May supervise students or other research staff as assigned.
Education Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Required Master's Degree Preferred Doctorate Preferred
Experience Qualifications At least eight (8) years of directly relevant post grad scientific lab experience Required At least ten (10) years of directly relevant post grad scientific lab experience Preferred Successful completion of a Post Doc Fellowship 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 Strong interpersonal skills Solid leadership skills
To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive an annual influenza vaccine.
Employees may request exemptions for valid religious and medical reasons. Start dates may be delayed until candidates are immunized or exemption requests are reviewed.
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