Job Description

Job Description

Reporting to a Children's National Research Institute (CNRI) Principal Investigator or Research Center Director, the CNRI Laboratory Director is responsible for the overall operation and administration of a research laboratory, including the employment and training of personnel who are competent to perform research procedures, record and report test results promptly, accurately and proficiently, and for assuring compliance with the applicable regulations.

This includes operations of a research laboratory including basic and applied research projects, quality improvement projects within the lab, and the development of new research objectives, technologies and therapies that ultimately improve patient care. The research laboratory director encourages team members to use the scientific method to push the boundaries of human knowledge and develop new treatments and technologies.

The individual will serve as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders and will be responsible for identifying new sources of revenue for the program, including grant funding, philanthropy, or manufacturing service contracts. He/she will represent the research program, and institution in a professional way and participate regionally, nationally and internationally in a manner that demonstrates the expertise, research, and novel researches and therapies available in the hospital.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research of significant scientific value in the basic and/or translational science area(s) relevant to his/her practice specialty
• Participate in reviewing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals
• Publish in peer-reviewed, scientific, quality and management journals
• Submit applications for grants or contracts for funding of research projects
• Participate in research committees, workshop special interest groups

Qualifications

• Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) In a scientific discipline
• 3 years of progressive, specialized experience in a field of research
• Demonstrated record documenting excellence in research and teaching
• Experience must demonstrate that the applicant acquired the scientific knowledge, skills, and abilities to apply and utilize them successfully in independent health or health-related research appropriate to the position

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• An effective educator who is willing to share information and serve as a mentor
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and adaptable
• An articulate team player with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with a wide constituency

Work Details

Location: District of Columbia-Washington

Shift: Day

Work Schedule: M-F, 40 hrs weekly

Salary Range

$100,000.00/yr - $300,000.00/yr

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