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The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine · 1 day ago

Research Scientist

Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$89K/yr - $140K/yr

2+ years exp

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine is seeking a Research Scientist to develop and supervise research projects in clinical TBI. The role involves overseeing laboratory research, preparing reports, and collaborating with other professionals to advance the understanding and treatment of traumatic brain injuries.

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No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Must have clinical TBI research experience

Plans, executes, and oversees laboratory research. Formulates experimental hypotheses and designs experimental protocols

Monitors scientific literature. Prepares written reports and manuscripts for submission to scientific journals and prepares patent applications

Coordinates and prepares new grant and funding applications

Processes and interprets experimental data

Makes scientific observations, maintains detailed workbooks/documentation, and ensures documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards

Collaborates with other technical and professional staff. Trains and supervises technical staff. May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role

Assigned Lead: May recommend the following: employee hiring, disciplinary action, and starting salaries; provide input on employee performance evaluations

Qualification

Clinical TBI research experienceDoctoral DegreeCITI/HIPAA trainingStatistical tools proficiencyTroubleshootCommunication skillsCollaborative skillsWork independently

Required

Doctoral Degree required. Ph.D., MD or MD/PhD or terminal doctorate degree in related scientific discipline preferred. May consider a Master's level degree with at least 10 years of clinical TBI research experience

Must complete CITI/ HIPAA training

Minimum Experience: 2-3 years of clinical research experience required

Must have clinical TBI research experience

Knowledge of applicable complex scientific procedures and techniques

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and in a supervisory capacity depending on local leadership needs

Excellent collaborative skills required

Ability to effectively produce data for and author professional, peer reviewed journal articles, manuscripts, research grant applications, posters and research reports required

The incumbent must be able to work comfortably with computer software, including Microsoft Office and relevant statistical tools

Ability to troubleshoot technical procedures

US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Clearance, including background check and drug screening

Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 25 lbs

Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods

Preferred

Ph.D., MD or MD/PhD or terminal doctorate degree in related scientific discipline preferred

Prior experience within the DoD/VA systems of care with neurological disorders and TBI clinical research experience strongly preferred

Benefits

HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.