Staff Scientist II - Chan Lab

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

This role is an advanced researcher that plans, coordinates and executes complex research projects. Contributions are scientific or intellectual, characterized by unique originality and autonomous creativity. Works in collaboration with an established principal investigator to conduct research in a specific scientific area. Initiates and conducts independent experiments without direct supervision. Develops own research project with the guidance of the principal investigator. Develops new experimental procedures and hypotheses for further investigation. Prepares manuscripts and abstracts for publication, publishes scientific articles in refereed journals, presents at scientific symposiums. Collaborates and interacts with other researchers within CHOP - RI and at other institutions. Assists in the preparation of scientific publications and research grant proposals. Serves as resource person for colleagues and as a mentor for less experienced research personnel. May manage/supervise other research staff or projects; assists with the management of laboratory operations. The Staff Scientist will conduct research and support grant writing for projects led by Professor Grace Chan, and will work closely with collaborators to manage study activities. This role is an advanced researcher that plans, coordinates, and executes complex research projects. Contributions are scientific or intellectual, characterized by originality and creativity. Conducts experiments without direct supervision; develops research projects with the guidance of the principal investigator. The successful candidate will lead day-to-day scientific activities, including developing and conducting analytical plans; overseeing data management and analysis; preparing manuscripts and abstracts for publication; publishing in peer reviewed journals, and contributing to grants. S/he would collaborate and interact with researchers at CHOP, Penn, and other institutions. Serves as resource person for colleagues and as a mentor for less experienced research personnel. May manage/supervise other research staff or projects; assists with the management of laboratory operations. The ideal candidate would have a doctoral training in epidemiology, statistics, public health, or a related field with 2+ years postgraduate research experience. Desired skills include:

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree - Required
At least ten (10) years of directly relevant scientific experience - Required
Scientific/intellectual contributions characterized by the unique originality & autonomous creativity
Expert knowledge in the use of a wide variety of lab techniques, research equipment and research related software
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent critical thinking / problem-solving skills
Excellent analytical skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent leadership skills

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree - Preferred
Doctorate - Preferred
At least five (5) years of directly relevant post-fellowship scientific experience - Preferred
Expertise leading applied research including the ability to generate research questions, conduct data analysis, and write up results.
Expert knowledge and practical experience in study design, sampling approaches and sample size estimation, descriptive and advanced statistical methods such as longitudinal data analysis, multilevel modeling, causal inference methods, complex survey analysis, health and surveillance systems.
Experience in data use agreements, security, and managing large complex datasets
Experience with scoping and systematic literature reviews (and meta-analysis).
Knowledge of STATA, R, and data systems (e.g., web-based electronic data capture system such as REDCAP or ODK).
Interest in maternal and child health, public health, and building research capacity in low-and-middle income countries

Responsibilities

Conducts research of significant scientific value in the basic and/or translational science area(s)
In consultation with the PI functions independently in the development and execution of research projects
Plans, conducts, and manages research projects within the federal, institutional regulations and policies
Initiates and maintains collaborations with researchers, external agencies and institutions to develop cooperative research initiatives
Trains technical staff, students, fellows & physicians in lab procedures
Reviews manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals
Monitors daily resource allocations and day-to-day lab personnel activities
Develops high quality publications for peer reviewed, scientific journals.
Composes/develops/ submits applications for grants, contracts, and research project funding
Responsible for appropriate use and management of research funds
May supervise students or other research staff
May participate in educational programs and teaching assignments