Associate Staff Scientist Manager

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is seeking an Associate Staff Scientist for the GENESIS Cell & Gene Therapy Program. The role combines hands-on research with program operations to advance milestones, meetings, and documentation infrastructure.

Ideal candidates have a PhD in a biomedical science, post-doctoral experience in cell/gene therapy or related fields, and strong communication skills for diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• PhD in a biomedical science discipline.
• 3+ years of post-doctoral or equivalent research experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and interpret experiments in cell and gene therapy research.
• Develop new assays and protocols for GENESIS portfolio applications.
• Synthesize findings and present insights to program leadership.
• Maintain accurate records compliant with IND-stage documentation.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities across GENESIS programs.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to professional development.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Mentoring

Education

PhD in biomedical science

Job description

Associate Staff Scientist - GENESIS Cell & Gene Therapy Program

Job Profile Summary

This role sits at the intersection of scientific execution and program operations. The Associate Staff Scientist serves as a scientific and operational anchor for the GENESIS Cell & Gene Therapy program - advancing hands-on research within selected programs while ensuring the initiative's milestones, meetings, and documentation infrastructure function at the highest level. The successful candidate brings in-depth conceptual and applied expertise in cell and gene therapy research, with proficiency in cell and molecular biology techniques and platforms. Familiarity with virtual protocol and results documentation systems is preferred. This individual executes complex tasks with minimal supervision, coordinates cross-functional activities, and contributes meaningfully to the scientific and operational progress of multiple C> programs simultaneously.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct Research - Design, execute, and interpret laboratory experiments; apply and critically evaluate scientific protocols; independently develop and refine methods appropriate to C> research goals.
• Develop new assays and protocols relevant to cell and gene therapy programs: design experimental formats, standardize procedures, and validate new techniques within the GENESIS portfolio.
• Synthesize experimental findings and present actionable insights and recommendations to program leadership and the Steering Committee.
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and reproducible records of all laboratory work in compliance with institutional standards and IND-stage documentation requirements.
• Program Operations & Scientific Infrastructure - Track and document program milestones against independently verified go/no-go criteria; prepare progress summaries and flag risks for Steering Committee review.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities across GENESIS C> programs.
• Manage the C> seminar series, program meetings, and other engagements; maintain meeting records and action items.
• Support LOI and application review logistics during competitive program selection cycles.
• Maintain an active role in C> program presentations, publications, and communications.
• Train and supervise junior laboratory personnel as programs require; serve as a scientific resource across the initiative.
• Publish - Draft, write, and edit scientific reports, journal articles, abstracts, and program updates.
• Present research at local, national, and international scientific meetings.
• Contribute to regulatory documents and IND-supporting materials as programs advance toward clinical translation.
• Leadership - Serve as a consistent scientific and operational presence across multiple GENESIS programs, building trusted working relationships with faculty investigators, research scientists, and external collaborators.
• Act as a primary day-to-day point of contact for program questions; elevate strategic issues to the program Director.
• Mentor junior staff; provide education, guidance, and work direction; contribute input on professional development and performance as appropriate.
• Model the collaborative, milestone-driven culture that the program is designed to advance.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD in a relevant biomedical science discipline
• 3+ years of post-doctoral or equivalent research experience in cell and/or gene therapy, molecular biology, or a related field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present scientific and operational content to diverse audiences

Primary Location

• Primary LocationLocation TScheduleFull timeShiftDay (United States of America)
• DepartmentPediatrics / CCRF AdminEmployee StatusRegularFTE1Weekly Hours40

About Us

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's. Cincinnati Children's is:
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
Consistently among the top 3 Children’s Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
One of the nation’sAmerica’s Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune
Consistently certified as great place to work
A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation-Together.
We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future-for all of us.
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Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability