Research Scientist (Adjunct Assistant Professor) - BIO

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HJF is seeking a Research Scientist (Adjunct Assistant Professor) to support Dr. Philip Jordan's lab in the Department of Biochemistry, USU School of Medicine in Bethesda, MD. The Research Scientist will support teaching, research, and educational coordination responsibilities. Supported through extramural sponsored research grants and funding mechanisms, this role supports a 100% effort commitment across the performance period.

The successful applicant will direct research on Microphysiological Systems (MPS), 3D bioprinting, and organ-on-a-chip technologies, participate in the planning of scholarship requirements, teach curricula focused on biochemistry and bioengineering, perform primary research, and supervise student lab research and practicums. Faculty members are responsible for ensuring compliance with educational standards and guidelines published by accrediting bodies for graduate education.

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.

• Directing research as a Primary Investigator (PI) or sub-award PI on federal or sponsored grants (e.g., NIH, DoW), and developing Microphysiological Systems (MPS), 3D bioprinted tissues, and organ-on-a-chip models (lung, bone marrow, heart) to assess radiation and toxic exposures.
• May teach courses/workshops consistent with areas of expertise, specifically biochemistry and bioengineering.
• Contributing to manuscripts for publication in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and developing presentations for scholarly conferences from the research data generated.
• Preparing materials for presentation, providing trainee supervision in lab research, and reviewing trainee performance.
• Serving on research committees, serving as a peer referee for academic journals, and helping with administrative tasks related to research.
• Advise learners for masters and PhD research projects.
• Conduct own program of research.
• Serve on committees and help with administrative tasks related to teaching and research.

Education and Experience

• Doctoral Degree required in Materials Science, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, or a related science field.
• Minimum of 2-5 years experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Doctoral-level training in education to include training in research design, qualitative analysis, and quantitative analysis.
• Knowledge of and experience with teaching graduate level students in a research or academic setting.
• Experience with 3D printing and organoid technologies is required.
• Must be willing to work with animal models (mice), training will be provided.
• Preferred candidates will demonstrate competency in evidence-based inquiry processes.
• Strong personal initiative and ability to work independently.
• Ability to use sound judgment in solving problems.
• Ability to coordinate multiple systems, projects, and programs at the same time.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to coordinate disparate groups of faculty and learners in meeting and working together.
• Ability to obtain a T1/Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a lab setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $77,600-$105,800. 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.