Research Physiologist: Trauma & Physiology Investigator

US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Defense Health Agency, based at Tripler Army Medical Center in Hawaii, seeks a Research Physiologist with GS-12 level experience to lead investigations in cardiovascular, neuroendocrinology or renal areas, with emphasis on trauma and physiological monitoring.

The incumbent will design and conduct research, publish in peer‑reviewed journals, mentor junior scientists and pursue extramural grants, contributing to clinical investigation programs within the DHA framework.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in basic animal sciences or physiology with specific coursework.
• Specialized experience at GS-12 level in cardiovascular, neuroendocrinology or renal areas with trauma and physiological monitoring.
• Experience includes publishing peer‑reviewed manuscripts and mentoring junior scientists.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct research investigations in trauma and physiological monitoring.
• Lead projects in cardiovascular, neuroendocrinology or renal therapeutic areas.
• Mentor junior scientists and post-doctoral students; pursue research grants.

Skills

Research planning

Physiology knowledge

Academic publishing

Education

Bachelor's degree in animal sciences/physiology

Job description

The Defense Health Agency, based at Tripler Army Medical Center in Hawaii, seeks a Research Physiologist with GS-12 level experience to lead investigations in cardiovascular, neuroendocrinology or renal areas, with emphasis on trauma and physiological monitoring.

The incumbent will design and conduct research, publish in peer‑reviewed journals, mentor junior scientists and pursue extramural grants, contributing to clinical investigation programs within the DHA framework.