Research Scientist

$100,000 - $141,000/Yr

University of Southern California - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Senior

Los Angeles, CA

Educational Services

About the position

The Research Scientist position at the University of Southern California focuses on human genetics, genomics, and microbiome science, particularly in the context of human lactation research. The role involves planning, designing, and conducting complex research projects independently while contributing to the development of new concepts and techniques. The scientist will analyze data, prepare documentation for publication, and provide leadership to staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key research scientist with a focus on human lactation research.
• Plan, design, and conduct highly specialized and complex research projects independently.
• Work under consultative direction from a supervisor toward long-range goals and objectives.
• Analyze research data and provide interpretations.
• Contribute to the development of research documentation for publication and prepare technical reports.
• Develop solutions to complex research problems requiring ingenuity and creativity.
• Make presentations at academic and practitioner conferences.
• Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to staff and student workers as needed.

Requirements

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in research specialization.
• Highly advanced knowledge of research equipment, procedures, analysis methods, principles, theories, and concepts.
• Demonstrated leadership in developing new ideas and ability to publish in academic and practitioner outlets.
• Independent thinking and leadership in scholarly writing, including first-authored publications.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $100,000 - $141,000 per year.