Associate Staff Scientist Manager

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center is seeking an Associate Staff Scientist for the GENESIS Cell & Gene Therapy Program in Cincinnati, Ohio. This role bridges scientific execution and operations, requiring a PhD in a relevant field and extensive experience in cell and gene therapy research.

The successful candidate will design and conduct research, develop protocols, present findings, and train junior staff. Strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit are essential in this full-time position.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of post-doctoral research experience in cell and/or gene therapy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present scientific and operational content.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and interpret laboratory experiments.
• Develop new assays and protocols for cell and gene therapy.
• Present research findings at scientific meetings.
• Train and supervise junior laboratory personnel.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with standards.

Skills

Cell and molecular biology techniques

Scientific communication

Mentoring and training

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.

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

Location: Cincinnati Pediatric Research Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA. Schedule: Full time, Day shift. Department: Pediatrics / CCRF. Employee status: Regular FTE. Weekly hours: 40.

EEO/Veteran/Disability

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all 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.