Senior Exercise Oncology Research Scientist (Hybrid)

Inova Health System; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement matching

Tuition assistance

Student loan assistance

Mental health support

Paid time off

Job summary

Inova Cancer Research is seeking a dedicated Research Scientist Sr. to join a full-time hybrid team, with responsibilities spanning trial design, regulatory strategy, and study implementation across cancer care.

You will lead an exercise oncology research lab, coordinating with clinical services and collaborators while advancing the portfolio. The role emphasizes dissemination of findings through high-impact publications and conferences, and developing grant proposals to sustain growth.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., ScD. or equivalent in Biological Science or related field.
• Four years of postdoctoral research experience in relevant techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific and operational leadership for IITs in exercise oncology across trial design and regulatory strategy.
• Oversee development and operation of an exercise oncology lab with clinical integration.
• Disseminate research findings via high-impact manuscripts and conferences to build national visibility.
• Develop grant applications from foundations, federal, and philanthropic sources.

Skills

Scientific leadership

Grant writing

Education

Ph.D., ScD. or equivalent

Job description

Inova Cancer Research is seeking a dedicated Research Scientist Sr. to join a full-time hybrid team, with responsibilities spanning trial design, regulatory strategy, and study implementation across cancer care.

You will lead an exercise oncology research lab, coordinating with clinical services and collaborators while advancing the portfolio. The role emphasizes dissemination of findings through high-impact publications and conferences, and developing grant proposals to sustain growth.