Emerging Research Leader | Assistant Professor

J. Craig Venter Institute (JCVI); San Diego (CA); Vor Ort; USD 120.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

J. Craig Venter Institute (JCVI) invites applications for an Assistant Professor track role focused on innovative research aligned with the Institute's strategic goals. Candidates are expected to help lead grants or contracts as PI or co‑PI and contribute as a key contributor to large multi‑PI projects.

The role emphasizes emerging leadership, scientific excellence, and external recognition. The position includes leading teams, publishing regularly, and advancing environmental, health, and

Qualifikationen

• M.D. or Ph.D. in relevant field required; post-doctoral experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff.
• High discretion for confidential work and information; handle sensitive situations.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to formulate hypotheses and analyze data.

Aufgaben

• Leads and/or significantly contributes to research projects with minimal supervision.
• Contributes to conceptualization and writing of grant proposals to obtain funding.
• Designs and executes experiments and analyzes results.
• Makes key program decisions and guides project direction.
• Trains and supervises staff and trainees.
• Keeps current with literature and advances the field.
• Attends scientific meetings and disseminates results in peer‑reviewed outlets.
• Ensures safety protocols and environmental health standards are followed.

Kenntnisse

Grant writing

Leadership

Experimental design

Project management

Scientific communication

Team supervision

Ausbildung

M.D. or Ph.D. in Biology/related field

Postdoctoral experience

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet software

Data analysis software

Database software

Jobbeschreibung

J. Craig Venter Institute (JCVI) invites applications for an Assistant Professor track role focused on innovative research aligned with the Institute's strategic goals. Candidates are expected to help lead grants or contracts as PI or co‑PI and contribute as a key contributor to large multi‑PI projects.

The role emphasizes emerging leadership, scientific excellence, and external recognition. The position includes leading teams, publishing regularly, and advancing environmental, health, and