Job Description Summary: |
GW's Milken Institute School of Public Health is known for conducting cutting-edge research, contributing to policy making, faculty and curricula grounded in real-world experience and proximity to national health science and policy leaders. The school has 7 academic departments, a number of centers focused on research and a strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. The Milken Institute School of Public Health is seeking a highly-motivated candidate for a position as a Lead Research Scientist, NGS Core. A successful applicant will lead the sequencing facility, and guide the facility toward strong operations. The Core possesses some of the most cutting-edge equipment necessary, with thousands of samples per year. The applicant should be prepared to lead the facility further with regards to building the resources of the Core and staff members. The Lead Research Scientist, NGS Core will be primarily responsible for the development and direction of the Core, on the basis of experience and expertise in the field of sequencing, and will supervise researchers and students to provide a vital and necessary service to the GWU and DC research communities. The Lead Research Scientist, NGS Core will also be responsible for work in the laboratory, performing sequencing, and analyzing sequencing data. Responsibilities include:
Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position. |
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Minimum Qualifications: | Qualified candidates will hold a Master's degree plus 10 years of experience or a PhD plus 7 years of experience in a related discipline. Experience must include supervising the activities of a research or studies group or unit and for planning, conducting and reporting major research investigations or studies. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. |
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: | |
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Typical Hiring Range | Commensurate with Experience. |
Campus Location: | Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. |
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College/School/Department: | Milken Institute School of Public Health (SPH) |
Family | Research and Labs |
Sub-Family | Laboratory Research |
Stream | Management |
Level | Level 3 |
Full-Time/Part-Time: | Full time -> FTE 1.00 |
Hours Per Week: | 40 |
Work Schedule: | Monday - Friday, 8:30AM - 5:00PM |
Will this job require the employee to work on site? | Yes |
Employee Onsite Status | On-campus (in person) |
Telework: | No |
Required Background Check | Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search |
Special Instructions to Applicants: | Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status |
Internal Applicants Only? | No |
Posting Number: | R002118 |
Job Open Date: | 01/29/2024 |
Job Close Date: | |
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: | |
Background Screening | Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. |
EEO Statement: | The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. |