Research Scientist I

Research Scientists are individuals holding a M.D. or equivalent terminal degree who play a major role in enabling research programs through collaborative and collegial interactions with faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students and staff. The rank of the research scientist is a staff appointment. A research scientist may apply his/her effort entirely to research, or a combination of research, training, and lab managerial activities. The classification of Research Scientist I is the entry level position in the job hierarchy.

• Technical skills and competencies to conduct quantifiable, meaningful research

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to interact with individuals of diverse backgrounds at all levels internal and external to the organization

• Ability to work collaboratively as a positive, contributing member of a team

• Ability to keyboard and utilize various standardized word processing, spreadsheet preparation, and presentation software.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously

• Ability to prioritize work, performing assignments with minimal supervision

• Terminal Degree M.D.

• Work experience in an academic environment.