• Job Description

  Req#: JR25794

  Department
  

  BSD MED - Hematology and Oncology - Patnaik Research Staff

  
  About the Department
  

  The Section of Hematology/Oncology has a proud and long tradition of excellence in research-based patient care and clinical discovery. Ranked among the finest cancer programs in the country, the Section is comprised of nationally and internationally known faculty with expertise in all major types of malignancies, blood disorders, and experimental therapies.

  
  Job Summary
  

  The Senior Staff Scientist will function as a lead research expert within the Patnaik Lab in the Section of Hematology/Oncology within the Department of Medicine.

  Responsibilities

  • Designs and develops new projects and strategic directions within the translational research program.
  • Provides intellectual input and scientific leadership for research projects and lab personnel, respectively.
  • Designs, develops and tests new equipment, instruments, reagents, and/or experimental protocols for research, including wet lab methods, hardware, software, statistical methods, etc.
  • Fosters new collaborations with other researchers as appropriate.
  • Participates in the preparation and writing of grant applications and reports, and (co-)authors scientific research manuscripts.
  • Mentors/supervises other research staff.
  • Leads others to solve complex problems, providing expertise to the team which includes of scientists and clinicians from the University and nationally.
  • Provides expertise to identify protocol problems, inform investigators of problems, or assist in problem resolution efforts, such as protocol revisions. Provides expertise to evaluate factors such as sample collection processes, data management plans, or potential subject risks.
  • Performs other related work as needed.

  
  Minimum Qualifications
  

  Education:

  Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field.

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  Work Experience:

  Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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  Certifications:

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  Preferred Qualifications

  Technical Skills or Knowledge:

  • Knowledge in relevant scientific field.
  • Research techniques or methods.
  • Regulatory policies and procedures.
  • Word processing, spreadsheet/database, communications, and graphics software.

  Preferred Competencies

  • Analytical skills.
  • Problem-solving skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Organizational skills.
  • Verbal and written communication skills.
  • Work independently and as part of a team.
  • Supervisory skills.

  Application Documents

  • Resume/CV (required)
  • Cover Letter (required)

  
  When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

  
  Job Family
  

  Research

  
  Role Impact
  

  Individual Contributor

  
  FLSA Status
  

  Exempt

  
  Pay Frequency
  

  Monthly

  
  Scheduled Weekly Hours
  

  40

  
  Benefits Eligible
  

  Yes

  
  Drug Test Required
  

  No

  
  Health Screen Required
  

  No

  
  Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
  

  No

  
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