Senior Genetics Researcher/Principal Investigator

Research Triangle Institute - Durham, NC

Part-time - Senior

Durham, NC

10,001+ employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Genetics Researcher/Principal Investigator will lead translational genetics and genomics research focused on rare diseases, particularly in newborns and young children. This role involves strategic planning, leadership of research projects, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance the Early Check program and expand the research portfolio. The position also includes responsibilities for securing funding, publishing research findings, and engaging with national and international initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead their own research projects and teams with a focus on translational genetics/genomics topics and other public health issues
• Play a major leadership role in RTI's Early Check research program alongside the existing senior leadership team
• Grow Early Check and the broader genetics/genomics research portfolio through the submission of grant and/or contract proposals
• Partner with Program investigators to develop a long-term strategic vision for how the Program can support state, national, and international genetics and/or genomics initiatives
• Propose, initiate, and develop strategic partnerships with professional associations and other strategic partners or initiatives, such as patient advocacy groups or commercial entities
• Lead the preparation of peer-reviewed articles based on research activities
• Prepare and deliver presentations at state, national, and international meetings

Requirements

• Ph.D., M.D., or other terminal degree in genetics, genetic counseling, epidemiology, neurology, neuroscience, pediatrics, psychology, psychiatry, or other related fields
• A minimum of 10 years of related research experience; direct experience in clinical and public health genetics and genomics, early identification of children with rare conditions or newborn screening is required
• Proven track record of obtaining funding as a principal or co-investigator
• Proven leadership expertise and management of research/clinical studies
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage competing tasks and priorities
• Ability to work independently and with diverse, multidisciplinary teams, and to establish and maintain good working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and clients
• Ability to travel to meetings, conferences, or other business locations (up to 10%)

Benefits

• Remote work options
• Opportunity to maintain an academic appointment
• Engagement with multidisciplinary teams
• Access to a CLIA-certified lab
• Collaboration with clinical genetics experts from UNC Chapel Hill and Duke University