The George Washington University
Research Scientist
The George Washington University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa statusI. DEPARTMENT INFORMATIONJob Description Summary:The Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine department strives to deliver the highest quality of professional education and training, and conduct cutting edge research in the areas of biochemistry, molecular genetics, genomics, and bioinformatics with a goal to better understand human disease. Additionally, the department continues to have a long and successful record in training undergraduate, master and graduate students at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences.
This Research Scientist position is responsible for planning, conducting and supervising research at a high level, by designing and conducting experiments in a controlled laboratory setting by developing tools and technologies to aid in our studies of histone deacetylases. Using extensive experience and judgment, this role will plan independent research, analyze and interpret data, publish results, represent the university at conferences and meetings, develop new theories and methodologies, and will lead and direct the work of lower level research staff, while transferring technical expertise. Using extensive experience and judgment, this role will plan independent research, analyze and interpret data, publish results, represent the university at conferences and meetings, develop new theories and methodologies, and lead and direct the work of junior research staff while transferring technical expertise. They will participate in the weekly lab meeting, bi-weekly research/publication meetings, collaborator meetings, and present and discuss the research progress with the PI. This position must be able to work independently, meet deadlines, write monthly progress reports, and present the progress reports to key stakeholders.
Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.Minimum Qualifications:Qualified candidates will hold a Master’s degree plus 5 years of experience or a PhD plus 2 years of experience in a related discipline to include at least 2 years of research and/or college level teaching in a field basic to the work to be performed. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:Preferred Qualifications:Proficiency in data analysis and statistical techniques, including experience with software such as R, Python, or
MATLAB , to effectively analyze experimental results and draw meaningful conclusions.Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively convey complex scientific concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences through presentations, reports, and publications.Experience with experimental design and execution, including the ability to plan and conduct experiments, troubleshoot issues, and adapt protocols as needed to achieve research objectives.College/School/Department:
School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS)
FamilyFamily
Research and LabsSub-FamilySub-Family
Laboratory ResearchStreamLevelLevel
Level 4Full-Time/Part-Time:Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full time -> FTE 1.00Hours Per Week:
40Work Schedule:Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pmWill this job require the employee to work on site?Will this job require the employee to work on site?
YesEmployee Onsite StatusTelework:Required Background CheckRequired Background Check
Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry SearchSpecial Instructions to Applicants:Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa statusInternal Applicants Only?Internal Applicants Only?
NoPosting Number:Posting Number:
R002145Job Open Date:Job Open Date:
04/03/2024Job Close Date:If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:Background Screening
Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.EEO Statement:The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* Do you currently work at GW?
yesno
* For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
Yes, IEP completeNo, still in IEPN/a - not a current GW employee
* What is your expected salary range? (Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
ResumeCover LetterOptional DocumentsHuman ResourceManagement & Development
2013 H Street, NW, 3rd FloorWashington, DC 20006
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Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa statusI. DEPARTMENT INFORMATIONJob Description Summary:The Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine department strives to deliver the highest quality of professional education and training, and conduct cutting edge research in the areas of biochemistry, molecular genetics, genomics, and bioinformatics with a goal to better understand human disease. Additionally, the department continues to have a long and successful record in training undergraduate, master and graduate students at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences.
This Research Scientist position is responsible for planning, conducting and supervising research at a high level, by designing and conducting experiments in a controlled laboratory setting by developing tools and technologies to aid in our studies of histone deacetylases. Using extensive experience and judgment, this role will plan independent research, analyze and interpret data, publish results, represent the university at conferences and meetings, develop new theories and methodologies, and will lead and direct the work of lower level research staff, while transferring technical expertise. Using extensive experience and judgment, this role will plan independent research, analyze and interpret data, publish results, represent the university at conferences and meetings, develop new theories and methodologies, and lead and direct the work of junior research staff while transferring technical expertise. They will participate in the weekly lab meeting, bi-weekly research/publication meetings, collaborator meetings, and present and discuss the research progress with the PI. This position must be able to work independently, meet deadlines, write monthly progress reports, and present the progress reports to key stakeholders.
Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.Minimum Qualifications:Qualified candidates will hold a Master’s degree plus 5 years of experience or a PhD plus 2 years of experience in a related discipline to include at least 2 years of research and/or college level teaching in a field basic to the work to be performed. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:Preferred Qualifications:Proficiency in data analysis and statistical techniques, including experience with software such as R, Python, or
MATLAB , to effectively analyze experimental results and draw meaningful conclusions.Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively convey complex scientific concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences through presentations, reports, and publications.Experience with experimental design and execution, including the ability to plan and conduct experiments, troubleshoot issues, and adapt protocols as needed to achieve research objectives.College/School/Department:
School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS)
FamilyFamily
Research and LabsSub-FamilySub-Family
Laboratory ResearchStreamLevelLevel
Level 4Full-Time/Part-Time:Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full time -> FTE 1.00Hours Per Week:
40Work Schedule:Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pmWill this job require the employee to work on site?Will this job require the employee to work on site?
YesEmployee Onsite StatusTelework:Required Background CheckRequired Background Check
Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry SearchSpecial Instructions to Applicants:Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa statusInternal Applicants Only?Internal Applicants Only?
NoPosting Number:Posting Number:
R002145Job Open Date:Job Open Date:
04/03/2024Job Close Date:If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:Background Screening
Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.EEO Statement:The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* Do you currently work at GW?
yesno
* For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
Yes, IEP completeNo, still in IEPN/a - not a current GW employee
* What is your expected salary range? (Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
ResumeCover LetterOptional DocumentsHuman ResourceManagement & Development
2013 H Street, NW, 3rd FloorWashington, DC 20006
#J-18808-Ljbffr