Research Scientist I

Boys Town National Research Hospital; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Parenting resources

Professional development opportunities

Free physician visits

Job summary

Boys Town National Research Hospital seeks a researcher to develop and maintain an independent program in neuroscience-related areas, utilizing AI, ML, and data analytics.

The role involves lab work, data collection, collaboration across disciplines, and publication of results in peer-reviewed journals while mentoring students and junior researchers.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in a closely related discipline as listed.
• Experience in biomedical, clinical, and sensor-based datasets preferred.
• Demonstrated publication record and conference presentations.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and executes research protocols with biomedical and sensor data.
• Implements new procedures in the lab to advance the research program.
• Secures external funding from NIH and other agencies.
• Contributes to grant proposals with technical sections.
• Mentors graduate students, postdocs, and trainees.

Skills

AI

Machine learning

Data mining

Statistical modeling

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent in neuroscience, psychology, biomedical informatics, information science, engineering, computer science, or related

Job description

Position

Position located in Omaha, Nebraska. Develops, implements, and maintains an independent research program with national impact, including establishing and maintaining appropriate laboratories and computational infrastructure to support research activities. Engages in interdisciplinary and collaborative research projects with research faculty and clinical investigators.

Responsibilities

Specific duties include:

• Designs, develops, and executes research protocols involving biomedical, clinical, and sensor-based datasets, utilizing advanced analytical methods including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, data mining, and statistical modeling;


• Works directly in the laboratory to implement the research program, collects data, develops new procedures, and ensures successful execution of research objectives;


• Initiates and participates in securing independent external funding from federal agencies (e.g., NIH) and other funding bodies;


• prepares and contributes technical sections to grant proposals submitted by the research team;


• Participates in institutional training and educational programs by delivering presentations, mentoring graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and trainees, and contributing to instructional activities;


• Publishes research results in peer-reviewed journals and presents findings at national and international scientific meetings;


• Recruits and supervises research assistants or other staff supported by non-BTNRH funds to facilitate research progress;


• Collaborate with other members of the research faculty on interdisciplinary research problems of mutual interest;


• Contributes to the national scientific community through peer review of manuscripts and grant proposals, participation in professional committees, and involvement in organizing scientific conferences and workshops.

Requirements

• Degree: Ph.D. or equivalent degree in neuroscience, psychology, biomedical informatics, information science, engineering, computer science, or a closely related discipline.


• License/Certifications: Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certification.


• Demonstrated work in one or more major laboratories where research was performed relevant to the current research program; Record of publications in peer reviewed journals as first author; and Record of presentations at national/international meetings or conferences as first presenter.

Contact

Contact: Lisa Bolinger at [phone] or [e-mail]

Company Culture

Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town – it is the foundation of who we are and what we do. At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.

About Boys Town

About Boys Town: Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference. Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few.

Working at Boys Town

Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.

Benefits

• A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location.


• Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs.


• Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider.


• We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account.


• Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few.


• Unique perks to Boys Town employees and their families include free visits to Boys Town physicians and free prescriptions under the Boys Town Medical Plan, tuition assistance, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

To request a disability‑related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Boys Town follows a policy of non-discrimination in accordance with the law.

501(c)(3) Status

Boys Town is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit recognized by the IRS, and all donations to Boys Town are tax deductible in accordance with IRS regulations.

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Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make the real difference. Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. Unique perks to Boys Town employees and their families include free visits to Boys Town physicians and free prescriptions under the Boys Town Medical Plan, tuition assistance, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.