Principal scientist

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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 unique originality and autonomous creativity. Works in collaboration with an established principal investigator to conduct research in a specific scientific area. Initiates and conducts independent experiments without direct supervision. Develops own research project 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.

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
• Initiates and maintains collaborations with researchers, external agencies and institutions to develop cooperative research initiatives
• Trains technical staff, students, fellows & physicians in lab procedures
• Reviews manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals
• Monitors daily resource allocations and day-to-day lab personnel activities
• Develops high quality publications for peer reviewed, scientific journals.
• Composes/develops/ submits applications for grants, contracts, and research project funding
• Responsible for appropriate use and management of research funds
• May supervise students or other research staff
• May participate in educational programs and teaching assignments

Education Qualifications

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

Experience Qualifications

• At least ten (10) years of directly relevant scientific experience Required
• At least five (5) years of directly relevant post-fellowship scientific experience Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Scientific/intellectual contributions characterized by the unique originality & autonomous creativity
• 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
• Excellent 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. Learn more.

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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