Boys Town · 3 months ago
Research Scientist I- Center for Childhood Deafness, Language, and Learning
Omaha, NE
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expBoys Town National Research Hospital is seeking an early career Research Scientist within the Center for Childhood Deafness, Language & Learning. The role involves implementing research programs, seeking external funding, and collaborating with faculty to advance knowledge in language development and disorders.
ConsultingHealth CareMedicalMental Health
Responsibilities
Works directly in the laboratory to implement the research program, collects data, develops new procedures, and in other ways ensures success of the program
Begins the process to obtain independent, external research funding from government agencies such as NIH and/or other funding agencies. Aids in the preparation of grant proposals and contributes sections to proposals being submitted by other members of the research faculty
Participates in BTNRH training programs by coordinating or making presentations as part of core courses, working with graduate fellows and summer interns, and supervising graduate students and/or postdoctoral fellows where appropriate
Publishes research results in refereed journals and makes presentations at national meetings
Recruits and supervises research assistant(s) or other staff supported by non-BTNRH funds to facilitate research progress
Collaborates with other members of the research faculty on research problems of mutual interest
Contributes to the national research effort in the field of interest through reviews of manuscripts and grant proposals, helping to organize national meetings, and service on committees of national organizations
Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization
Qualification
Required
Education and experience equivalent to that of a faculty member at a research university, including a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in neuroscience, psychology, engineering or a related discipline, including work in one or more major laboratories where research was performed relevant to the current research program required
Demonstrated the potential for success in development of a research program with national impact, as indicated by a significant record of publication in refereed journals and presentations at national meetings, commensurate with the number of years (i.e. generally 0-7 years) since a doctoral degree was received required
Recognition in the form of invited presentations and publications, and other honors and awards required
If employed in the Cognitive Neuroscience department, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of transfer or hire required
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certification within 30 days of transfer or hire required
Preferred
Ph.D. in Speech-Language Pathology, Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Special Education, Linguistics, or a related field
Benefits
Reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location
Low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs
No cost mental health visits to an in-network provider
Generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account
Tuition assistance
Parenting resources from our experts
Professional development opportunities within the organization
Company
Boys Town
Boys Town specializes in social services, mental health, criminal justice, community strengthening and healing services.
Founded in 1917Boys Town, Nebraska, USA
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rod Kempkes
Chief Executive Officer
Judy Rasmussen
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
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