Research Postdoctoral Fellow

Children's National Hospital

5d • $40,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Postdoctoral Fellow is a research trainee who develops research competencies in laboratory or clinical research settings. The fellow assists faculty with research and reports to a principal investigator or CNRI Center Director. Depending on the project and scientific specialty, the fellow may contribute to experiment design and execution and apply relevant technical knowledge across disciplines such as molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, genetics, physiology, animal science, epidemiology, health services research, clinical research, trial design, and human subjects protection.

Based on experience, the fellow may train staff and students, supervise workspace activities, and assist with data management and analysis. The role also supports the principal investigator with planning and executing research projects, grant applications, and publications. The fellow may help manage resources and day-to-day project activities, including purchasing, laboratory animal oversight, radioactivity and biosafety matters, human-subject enrollment and protection, and regulatory reporting. The position may guide or lead peers and research support staff to complete assignments and complex projects.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or M.D. required.
• Completed training in a specialty in a field of research.
• Demonstrated potential for a successful research career and related scholarly achievement.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and manage research projects under the direction of the principal investigator and in accordance with federal and institutional regulations and policies.
• Use research funds and resources appropriately and maintain confidentiality of data as required.
• Conduct research of significant scientific value in relevant basic and/or translational science areas.
• Participate in reviewing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and publish in peer-reviewed scientific, quality, and management journals.
• Submit grant or contract applications to fund research projects.
• Participate in research committees, workshops, and special interest groups.
• Collaborate with CNRI researchers and external agencies and institutions to develop cooperative research initiatives and promote research progress and productivity.
• Assist the principal investigator with planning and executing research projects, grant applications, and publications.
• Based on experience, train technical staff, graduate students, and others in laboratory procedures; provide general laboratory supervision; and assist with data management and analysis.
• May assist with resource allocation and manage day-to-day laboratory activities, including purchasing, animal oversight, radioactivity, and biosafety matters.
• May guide or lead peers, technicians, and other support staff on assignments or complex projects.
• Meet annual job-related training and compliance requirements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
• Paid time off, including vacation accrual 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree