Scientist II - Translational Animal Research

About the Role

HJF is seeking a Scientist II - Translational Animal Research to conduct dedicated research at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) within the Battlefield Shock and Organ Support (BSOS) Research Program. This role involves the development and supervision of research projects, investigating the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions, products, and problems, and developing new technologies and protocols.

The BSOS Research Program is a translational military trauma research effort focused on increasing combat casualty survival during the Golden Hour and prolonged field care window. BSOS is dedicated to novel solutions for warfighter survivability and ability to return to duty after combat-related injury. The program unites military and civilian partners from academia and industry for scientifically rigorous and operationally relevant combat casualty care research, with a focus on prolonged care paradigms in large-scale combat operations. Program capabilities include extensive animal lab facilities, instrumented models of hemorrhagic shock, ischemia-reperfusion, and raised intracranial pressure using swine and non-human primate models, and clinical trial infrastructure.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine, serving military, medical, academic, and government clients.

Responsibilities

• Plans, executes, and oversees laboratory research.
• Formulates experimental hypotheses and designs experimental protocols.
• Monitors scientific literature.
• Prepares written reports and manuscripts for submission to scientific journals and prepares patent applications.
• Coordinates and prepares new grant and funding applications.
• Processes and interprets experimental data.
• Makes scientific observations, maintains detailed workbooks/documentation, and ensures documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards.
• Collaborates with other technical and professional staff.
• Trains and supervises technical staff.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor, including attendance and participation in required training for the role.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May recommend employee hiring, disciplinary action, and starting salaries.
• Provides input on employee performance evaluations.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Doctoral Degree required. Minimum of 5-8 years of experience required.

Skills

• Knowledge of applicable complex scientific procedures and techniques.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical procedures.
• Ability to work independently and supervise others.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.
• Operating motor vehicles, machinery, and/or power tools.

Work Environment

This position will take place primarily in a laboratory setting.

Pay

The annual salary range for this position is $93,100 - $125,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience and education.

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.