Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) · 1 day ago
Ignite Scholar
Rootstown, OH
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelNortheast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) is seeking an Ignite Scholar, a role designed for talented biomedical researchers who have recently completed their doctoral degree. The position offers a mentored pathway toward a tenure track faculty position with a focus on research and graduate education in biomedical science and innovation.
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Responsibilities
At least 90% of the Ignite Scholar’s time in the research track will be protected for research
At least 50% of the Ignite Scholar’s time in the graduate education track will be protected for educational research, dissemination, and grant writing
Conduct collaborative scholarly inquiry, write and publish quality papers, and participate in scholarly activities within the laboratory
Conduct innovative research within the mentor’s lab, developing a new research initiative that melds the candidate’s previous experience with the expertise of the research mentor
Collaborate with the mentor to formulate a personalized research development plan with clear milestones toward achieving research independence
Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at relevant conferences
Write and submit at least one extramural grant application
Work closely with the assigned mentor to receive guidance on research strategies, grant applications, and career development
Participate in regular meetings with the mentor to review progress and adjust the research development plan as needed
Engage in professional development opportunities and networking to enhance research skills and career prospects
The candidate may participate in graduate or medical student education and lab personnel training. Previous teaching experience is not required
For the Research Track: Perform approximately 5 hours of teaching per year, which may include guest lectures or seminar presentations. Upon successful transition to tenure track assistant professor, teaching duties will be those of any full-time tenure-track faculty
For the Graduate Education in Biomedical Science & Innovation Track: Perform approximately 15 hours of mentored teaching and student advisement per week including course preparation, content delivery, assessment, and student mentoring. A faculty educational mentor will provide peer-review of performance and offer supportive resources for curriculum development
Collaborate in preparation of grant proposals and research reports
Collaborate with other researchers, both within the laboratory and across the institution, to foster interdisciplinary research opportunities
Contribute to the research environment by participating in lab meetings and contributing to collaborative projects
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
PhD or equivalent in biomedical sciences or a closely related discipline, with the degree requirements expected to be completed before appointment starts
Must be eligible to submit NIH or NSF proposals
Demonstrated research experience with a track record of first author publications in high impact peer-reviewed journals
Evidence of strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in relevant techniques for the candidate's research area
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a research setting
Strong motivation and ambition to build a research career
Openness to mentorship and guidance
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Preferred
Early postdoctoral experience preferred
Ability to collect and analyze experimental data and handle animals
Must be able to utilize applicable laboratory equipment necessary for the job, as well as a phone, computer and other office equipment
Company
Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED)
Interprofessional training for the next generation of physicians, pharmacists, dentists and health researchers.
Founded in 1973
201-500 employees
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Funding
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$8.97MKey Investors
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2020-07-15Grant· $0.97M
2018-05-24Grant· $7.5M
2013-07-17Grant· $0.5M
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