Research Faculty-2

Children's National Hospital

3d • $100,000 - $300,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Research Faculty hold a position greater than 0.50 FTE at Children’s National Hospital and must meet the requirements for a full faculty appointment at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. The role is expected to develop and conduct research and secure external grant and contract funding for scholarly research activities. The faculty member generates and tests hypotheses in a research field by initiating, carrying out, and managing projects or programs supported by external, peer-reviewed sources.

The faculty member may also perform other academic and service activities, supervise and advise laboratory, graduate, and post-doctoral staff and students, develop educational programs and teaching assignments, publish in recognized peer-reviewed journals, and present at conferences or symposiums. The role participates actively in the Children’s National Research Institute community, including administrative and search committees, strategic initiatives, and student advising.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or M.D. required.
• At least 2 years of progressive specialized experience in a field of research.
• Must meet the requirements for a full faculty appointment at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences.
• Demonstrated potential to make unique contributions in the research field.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.
• Demonstrated ability to secure external funding, develop manuscripts, and deliver presentations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and manage research projects in compliance with federal and institutional regulations and policies, under the direction of the principal investigator.
• Plan and conduct original or assigned research of significant scientific value in relevant basic and/or translational science areas.
• Generate and test research hypotheses and manage externally funded, peer-reviewed research projects or programs.
• Submit grant or contract applications to fund research projects and develop external funding.
• Publish in peer-reviewed scientific, quality, and management journals; participate in reviewing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals.
• Collaborate with research teams, industry stakeholders, and government agencies.
• Manage and supervise research staff and assist post-graduate, graduate, and undergraduate fellows and students in the area of expertise.
• Participate in research committees, workshops, special interest groups, administrative committees, search committees, and strategic initiatives.
• Participate in educational programs and teaching assignments, mentor graduate and post-doctoral students, and supervise staff and students.
• Develop educational programs and advise students.
• Present research at conferences or symposiums.
• Adhere to responsible conduct of research standards, use research funds and resources appropriately, maintain required data confidentiality, and complete annual job-related training and compliance requirements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
• Paid time off, including vacation accrued from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.
• 401(k) plan.
• Healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.
• Tuition assistance.
• Fitness resources.
• Employee assistance.
• Commuter benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree