Research Associate Scientist - Ganetzky Lab

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PA

Full-time - Senior

Philadelphia, PA

10,001+ employees

Hospitals

About the position

The Research Associate Scientist at the Ganetzky Lab in Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is an independent researcher responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing significant research projects in the basic and/or translational science area. This role involves collaboration with faculty and external agencies, training staff, and contributing to grant applications and research funding submissions.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty in conducting research of significant value in the basic and/or translational science area.
• Plan and conduct research projects within federal and institutional regulations and policies.
• Collaborate with researchers, external agencies, and institutions to develop cooperative research initiatives.
• Train technical staff and students in lab procedures.
• Review manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals.
• Assist with the submission of grant applications, contracts, and research project funding.
• Participate in discussions regarding research progress and overall morale.
• Responsible for the appropriate use of research funds.
• May supervise students or other research staff as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• Master's Degree Preferred
• Doctorate Preferred
• At least seven (7) years of directly relevant post-graduate scientific lab experience Required
• At least nine (9) years of directly relevant post-graduate scientific lab experience Preferred
• Successful completion of a Post Doc Fellowship Preferred
• Expert knowledge in the use of a wide variety of lab techniques, research equipment, and research-related software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent critical thinking/problem-solving skills
• Excellent analytical skills
• Solid interpersonal skills
• Basic leadership skills