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Position Level & Research Focus Areas:
This posting supports several levels within the Research Scientist track (Research Scientist I, II, III, and Senior Research Scientist). Candidates are encouraged to apply at the level that best aligns with their experience, qualifications, and demonstrated impact. Final level and title will be determined based on the selected candidate's background and expertise.
We are currently seeking candidates with experience in one or more of the following research focus areas:
Manufactured Blood Product Development
(e.g., using stem cells to generate large-scale blood cell production for transfusion; engineering animal-derived blood products; and developing synthetic blood substitutes to address limitations in human blood donation)
Organoid and Advanced In Vitro Model Development
(e.g., organoids, organ-on-a-chip systems, tissue engineering, and 3D cell culture platforms)
Applicants should clearly indicate their relevant experience, preferred level, and research focus area in their application materials.
Estimated Salary Range:
$90,000 - $150,000. Salaries are determined based on several factors including assigned grade level, external market data, internal equity, and the candidate's related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position. This range spans all grade levels. Lower grade levels align with approximately the 25th percentile of the range, mid-level grades align with the 50th percentile, and higher grade levels align with the 75th percentile and above.

About the 4DBio3 Program

The USU 4DBio is a Center for Biotechnology at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences that develops and applies advanced biotechnologies to enhance the readiness, health, and well-being of America's Warfighters, veterans, and families. It champions a multidisciplinary approach that unites DoD and federal researchers, clinicians, academic collaborators, and industry partners across traditional and emerging scientific fields. The Center's research spans a broad portfolio including advanced imaging, on-demand blood products, organ-on-chip and micro physiological systems, wound care, traumatic brain injury diagnostics, and point-of-need medical devices. The Geneva Foundation serves as the nonprofit administrative partner for 4DBio, managing the federal grants and cooperative agreements that support the Center's research, education and training, and scholarship activities. Potential for a faculty appointment at USUHS, commensurate with experience, for qualified applicants.

Key Qualifications

Research Scientist I

• PhD in a relevant field
• 4-6 years experience in laboratory research

Research Scientist II

• PhD in a relevant field
• 7 years experience in laboratory research
• Working knowledge of experimental design
• Familiarity with grant funding and proposal development

Research Scientist III

• PhD in a relevant field
• 8 years experience in laboratory research
• Knowledge of experimental design
• Cell and/or tissue culture experience

Senior Research Scientist

• PhD in a relevant field
• 3-5 years experience with planning and management of innovative medical and/or scientific research/laboratory programs
• Experience and success in writing and receiving federal research grants, cooperative agreements, or contracts

Other Qualifications

• Ability to pass background checks
• Demonstrate competence in oral and written communication
• Must be organized, attentive to detail, and possess a positive, friendly and professional demeanor
• Ability to be flexible with changing priorities and available to interact with employees, clients and sponsors of all level
• Experience working in DoD/DoW or other Federal research environments
• Experience guiding, training and/or supervising research personnel
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in fast-paced, high-pressure environment with strict deadlines, and to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work with senior leaders to help advise on upcoming projects and scientific initiatives
• Ability to perform analyses of research portfolios to identify critical gaps, exceptional results and/or lack of progress

Common Responsibilities

(Responsibilities may vary dependent on level of position)

• Execute research studies, analyze data, prepare and manage SOPs and other study documentation, and prepare progress reports
• Provide guidance to scientists preparing research proposals, to include guidance on research protocol development, as needed
• Perform scientific reviews on research proposals as requested
• Ensure research integrity
• Direct multifunctional teams and provide scientific domain expertise as needed
• Support the dissemination of research results through, e.g., peer-reviewed publications and presentations at project-relevant conferences
• Maintain open communication and collaboration with Principal Investigators and other site and Geneva personnel
• Procure supplies and equipment as authorized per research budget guidelines
• Comply with all the rules and regulations as applicable to assigned duty station
• Support and oversee R&D projects, ensuring timeline and deliverables are met
• Prepare progress reports on research activities as required
• Analyze and write-up data
• Present complex information effectively to diverse audiences and senior leadership
• Provide data management assistance
• Provide training and supervision to entry level research staff
• Adhere to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and infection control procedures, as applicable
• Maintain and update files of all applicable regulatory documentation for IACUC or IRB (including protocols, approvals, amendments, modifications, etc.) as well as any communications with the sponsor or any other Federal or regulatory office (including prior approvals, change in scope, etc.), as needed
• Contribute to drafting and submitting of abstracts, manuscripts and reports for dissemination
• Assist in the development and submission of funding opportunities

This is an Evergreen job posting. At Geneva, we are always on the search for top talent. While this role is not associated with a current opening, one may become available in the near future. Resumes are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and you could be contacted for this role or similar, at anytime.