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SHIFT:Day (United States of America)Seeking Breakthrough Makers
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.
At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care-and your career.
CHOP's Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
CHOP is committed to building an inclusive culture where employees feel a sense of belonging, connection, and community within their workplace. We are a team dedicated to fostering an environment that allows for all to be their authentic selves. We are focused on attracting, cultivating, and retaining diverse talent who can help us deliver on our mission to be a world leader in the advancement of healthcare for children.
We strongly encourage all candidates of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.A Brief Overview
This role is an independent researcher that plans, coordinates and executes research projects.
Works with the principal, investigator. Participates in and assists in the planning and coordination of research projects. Is independent and responsible for a specific aspect of one or more research project. Assists in determining the direction of the project.What you will do
Assists faculty in the conduct of research of significant value in the basic and/or translational science area
Plans, conducts research projects within the federal, institutional regulations and policies
Collaborates with researchers, external agencies and institutions to develop cooperative research initiatives
Trains technical staff, students in lab procedures
Reviews manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals
Assists with the submission of grant applications, contracts and research projects funding
Participates in free discussion, research progress, and overall morale
Responsible for appropriate use of research funds
May supervise students or other research staff as assignedEducation Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree Required
Master's Degree Preferred
Doctorate Preferred Experience Qualifications
At least seven (7) years of directly relevant post grad scientific lab experience Required
At least nine (9) years of directly relevant post grad scientific lab experience Preferred
Successful completion of a Post Doc Fellowship Preferred Skills and Abilities
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
Solid interpersonal skills
Basic leadership skills
To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive an annual influenza vaccine.
Employees may request exemptions for valid religious and medical reasons. Start dates may be delayed until candidates are immunized or exemption requests are reviewed.
|Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability or protected veteran status.
