Inhalation Toxicology Research Scientist I

University of Georgia- FACS; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Research Scientist to lead inhalation toxicology programs in the Environmental Health Effects Laboratory (EHEL) at Naval Medical Research Unit Dayton, OH. The role involves study design, data collection, statistical analysis, and reporting, with responsibilities ranging from planning experiments to presenting findings at conferences.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. in Toxicology or related field, and has extensive experience with animal models, toxicology methods, and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Toxicology or a related scientific field with specialized study in inhalation, pulmonary and/or respiratory toxicology.
• Extensive experience proposing and conducting original research, including the design and implementation of protocols with animal models, data collection and analysis, and report production.
• Extensive experience in toxicology studies utilizing small animals, with a specialty in inhalation research.
• Strong background in toxicology research methodology with experience in research methods, design, and statistical analysis in a research setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Proficiency in the use of common statistical analysis software, to include SigmaPlot, SPSS and SAS.
• Strong technical writing background with experience in writing research proposals, standard operating procedures, animal use protocols for approval by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (human use/Institutional Review Board protocols a plus), technical reports, journal articles, and conference papers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Self‑motivated and capable of working independently and with others.
• Ability to obtain Secret Clearance
• US Citizen

Responsibilities

• Work with a diverse team of scientists to understand health effects in military settings.
• Design and conduct scientific research on inhalation toxicology exposures.
• Utilize animal models to evaluate health and performance effects.
• Provide scientific expertise in inhalation toxicology across organ systems.
• Identify, devise, propose and execute military relevant studies.
• Develop exposure systems and analytical techniques for identifying toxicants and aerosols.
• Contribute to design and building toxicant generation and exposure systems.
• Perform risk assessments based on data.
• Assist other investigators in study design and protocols.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Educate entry level research assistants.
• Collect data from animal subjects following exposure.
• Perform statistical analyses using SigmaPlot, SPSS or SAS.
• Use computer software to create spreadsheets and perform statistical routines.
• Prepare mission-relevant proposal applications.
• Plan, manage, oversee and carry out research to meet deadlines.
• Develop technical reports, presentations, and publications.
• Be willing to work nontraditional hours.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Independent worker

Secret Clearance

US Citizen

Education

Ph.D. in Toxicology or related field

Tools

MS Office

SigmaPlot

SPSS

SAS

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Research Scientist to lead inhalation toxicology programs in the Environmental Health Effects Laboratory (EHEL) at Naval Medical Research Unit Dayton, OH. The role involves study design, data collection, statistical analysis, and reporting, with responsibilities ranging from planning experiments to presenting findings at conferences.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. in Toxicology or related field, and has extensive experience with animal models, toxicology methods, and