Scientist I - SC2i

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HJF is seeking a Scientist I develop and conduct research projects. Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions, products, and problems. Develops new technologies and protocols.

This position will be in support of the Uniformed Services University's Surgical Critical Care Initiative and the Department of Preventive Medicine and Biostatistics (PMB). The Surgical Critical Care Initiative (SC2i), funded by the Department of Defense was established in 2013. SC2i is a Uniformed Services University center that leverages legacy information from service members, and critically ill civilian and military patients to develop biomarker-driven clinical decision support tools (CDSTs) with the goal of improving patient clinical outcomes and reducing costs across the injury/disease cycle.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike.Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Processes and interprets experimental data, formulates hypotheses, and designs research protocols.
• Makes scientific observations, maintains detailed workbooks/documentation, and ensures documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards.
• Coordinates and contributes to new grant and funding applications.
• Plans, executes, and provides administrative oversight related to scientific projects and conferences.
• Prepares written reports and manuscripts for submission to scientific journals.
• Supports and participates in planning, creation and submission of proposals and agreements as requested.
• Collaborates with the scientific director, scientific, and program management staff to support research initiatives and program objectives.
• Manages key program elements, including but not limited to goals and milestones, risks, available resources, budgets, research grants, standard operating procedures, quality control, and results. Identifies project interdependencies, aligning resources and efforts where appropriate.
• Develops, designs, and reviews professional reports, presentations, and research highlights to effectively communicate scientific, technical, and programmatic information to diverse stakeholders.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for the role.

Education and Experience

• Doctorate Degree required.
• social sciences and background in bioinformatics and biostatistics preferred.
• Minimum of 2-5 years experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of biology, bioinformatics, biostatistics, applicable complex scientific procedures and techniques preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to troubleshoot technical procedures
• Ability to work independently and supervise others
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 public trust investigation.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $73,800-$100,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

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.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.