Research Scientist II (Adjunct Assistant Professor) - BIO

About the role

HJF is seeking a Research Scientist II (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.

Responsibilities

• Directing research as a Primary Investigator (PI) or sub-award PI on federal or sponsored grants (e.g., NIH, DoD), and developing Microphysiological Systems (MPS), 3D bioprinted tissues, and organ-on-a-chip models (lung, bone marrow, heart) to assess radiation and toxic exposures
• Teaching 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
• Advising learners for masters and PhD research projects
• Conducting own program of research
• Serving on committees and helping with administrative tasks related to teaching and research

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Doctoral Degree required in Materials Science, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, or a related science field
• Minimum of 5-8 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 Requirements

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods
• Position takes place primarily in a lab setting

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $93,100-$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.