Research Scientist II - Arms & Hands - Full-Time - R-000041-5904

Shirley Ryan Abilitylab - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Chicago, IL

Social Assistance

About the position

The Research Scientist II at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab plays a crucial role in executing pre-clinical scientific research strategies. This position involves investigating the feasibility of applying various scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions, products, and problems. The Research Scientist II is expected to demonstrate achievements in basic, clinical, or biomedical engineering research that contribute to the distinction of the SRALAB. This role is integral to the overall direction of research at SRALAB, aligning with the organization's mission to advance human ability through innovative science and clinical care. In this position, the Research Scientist II will consistently support the SRALAB statement of Vision, Mission, and Core Values. This includes striving for excellence, contributing to team efforts, and showing respect and compassion for patients, their families, fellow employees, and all others associated with the institute. The role requires the demonstration of SRALAB Core Attributes such as Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, and Customer Service, while fulfilling job duties. The Research Scientist II will assist in developing goals and objectives for their area of responsibility to ensure the continued scientific growth and development of the research laboratory, unit, or center. They will also prepare research proposals and grant applications to secure external funding, ensuring that scientific and budgetary milestones of specific projects are met. The position involves publishing original studies in refereed journals, participating in scientific reviews for granting agencies, and demonstrating leadership in professional organizations. Additionally, the Research Scientist II will contribute to institutional leadership by serving on relevant committees and developing collaborations with other established investigators. They may also participate in the development of patent applications and perform other duties as assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the development of goals and objectives for area of responsibility to ensure continued scientific growth and development of research laboratory/unit/center.
• Assists with preparing research proposals and grant applications to secure external research funding.
• Ensures that scientific and budgetary milestones of specific projects are met.
• Begins to publish original studies in refereed journals that advance the clinical discipline or research field.
• Participates in scientific review for granting agencies.
• Demonstrates leadership activity in professional organizations.
• Contributes to institutional leadership by serving on relevant committees.
• Develops productive collaborations with other established investigators.
• May participate in development of patent applications.
• Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in a scientific discipline or equivalent in engineering from an accredited school and successful completion of a postdoctoral fellowship.
• A minimum of 2 years related experience in measurement and statistics principles.
• Expert knowledge of scientific principles and concepts with a high level of analytical ability to design and conduct research projects.
• Demonstrated success in technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others, and independent thought.
• High level of proficiency in writing to prepare grant proposals, research reports, and other publications, and explain complex results to a lay audience.
• Interpersonal skills needed to communicate effectively with other staff members and fellow researchers.