Senior Scientist - Cardiology

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 63,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Health insurance

Transit benefits (U-Pass)

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan (403(b))

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a Senior Scientist to lead health services research using large-scale databases, including Medicare and electronic health records, with a focus on aging and cognitive decline.

You will design and execute complex observational studies in partnership with the PI, and assist in writing and submitting grants to NIH and other funders. Collaborating on design, conduct and reporting of research projects, you will also help draft and revise manuscripts and

Qualifications

• PhD or terminal degree; may substitute with combination of education and experience.
• Postdoctoral experience (3 years).

Responsibilities

• Designs, conducts and reports observational health services research.
• Assists with grant preparation and reporting; may submit proposals with approvals.
• Prepares and submits research papers.
• Develops testable hypotheses and testing methods.
• Ensures safety procedures and documentation.
• Collaborates with other institutions on research.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical

Problem Solving

Laboratory Instrumentation

Lab Techniques

Oral Communications

Teamwork

Written Communication

Independent Work

Education

PhD or Terminal Degree

Job description

Location

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Senior Scientist will help lead advanced health services research using large-scale databases including Medicare and electronic health record data, with a focus on aging, cognitive decline, and variations in care. Will design and execute complex observational studies in partnership with the PI, assist in writing and submitting grants to the NIH and other funders, and assist in drafting and revising manuscripts, presentations, and other dissemination products.

Collaborates on designing, conducting and reporting of research projects.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Collaborates on designing, conducting and reporting of research projects.
• Assists with grant preparation and reporting. May submit grant proposals in rare circumstances with the approval of the PI, Department Head and Dean.
• Prepares and submits papers on research.
• Develops hypotheses to be tested and ways of testing it.
• Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
• Manages research project with other institutions and investigators.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological, chemical and radioactive hazards.
• Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Phd Or Terminal Degree Or Combination Of Education And Experience May Substitute For Minimum Education.

Certifications /Professional Licenses :

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Postdoctoral (3 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications /Professional Licenses :

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Analytical Problem Solving, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Processes, Laboratory Techniques, Oral Communications, Teamwork, Working Independently, Written Communication

Grade

R12

Salary Range

$63,400.00 - $115,000.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.