Adjunct Research Scientist - Biochemistry & Bioengineering

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc.; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 78,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc. seeks a Research Scientist (Adjunct Assistant Professor) to support teaching, research, and educational coordination in the Biochemistry lab at USU School of Medicine, Bethesda, MD.

The role involves grant-backed leadership, PI-level research, and collaboration across disciplines. The candidate will contribute to manuscripts, presentations, and trainee supervision while supporting coursework and workshops related to

Qualifications

• Doctoral-level training in education, including research design and quantitative/qualitative analysis.
• Knowledge of and experience teaching graduate-level students in a research/academic setting.
• Experience with 3D printing and organoid technologies is required.
• Must be willing to work with animal models (mice).
• Preferred candidates demonstrate competency in evidence-based inquiry processes.
• Strong initiative and ability to work independently.
• Ability to use sound judgment in solving problems.
• Ability to coordinate multiple systems, projects, and programs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for coordinating faculty and learners.

Responsibilities

• Direct research as PI or sub-award PI on federal or sponsored grants and develop MPS, 3D bioprinted tissues, and organ-on-a-chip models to assess radiation and toxic exposures.
• May teach courses/workshops in biochemistry and bioengineering.
• Contribute to manuscripts for publication and develop conference presentations from research data.
• Prepare materials, supervise trainees in lab, and review trainee performance.
• Serve on research committees and assist with administrative tasks related to research.
• Advise learners for masters and PhD projects.
• Conduct own program of research.
• Serve on committees and help with teaching/research administration.

Skills

Teaching graduate level students

3D printing

Organoid technologies

Animal models (mice)

Evidence-based inquiry

Independent work

Communication skills

Public Trust background check

Education

Doctoral Degree in related field

Job description

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc. seeks a Research Scientist (Adjunct Assistant Professor) to support teaching, research, and educational coordination in the Biochemistry lab at USU School of Medicine, Bethesda, MD.

The role involves grant-backed leadership, PI-level research, and collaboration across disciplines. The candidate will contribute to manuscripts, presentations, and trainee supervision while supporting coursework and workshops related to