Staff Scientist I: Independent Research Leader

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Principal Investigator-level professional to lead research initiatives within their medical centers. The role requires a Ph.D.

and/or Medical Degree, and prior supervisory experience, with the authority to direct managers and oversee budgeting and staffing decisions. The incumbent will conduct research in their area of specialty, supervise functional-area managers, and own major employment actions including hiring and performance reviews while ensuring

Qualifications

• Advanced technical computer skills as required for technical support specific to functional area and related systems.
• Written communication skills to convey complex information clearly across staff and management.
• Oral communication to address sensitive situations, resolve conflicts and persuade others.
• Team leadership to direct multiple collaborative teams on large projects across departments.
• Customer service leadership to meet or exceed service standards across units.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in area of specialty.
• Direct and support managers with functional area responsibilities.
• Hire, terminate and conduct performance reviews as needed.
• Plan, monitor and manage department budget.
• No direct reports; supervision is indirect through managers.

Skills

Technical skills

Written communications

Oral communications

Team leadership

Customer service

Education

Ph.D./MD

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Principal Investigator-level professional to lead research initiatives within their medical centers. The role requires a Ph.D.

and/or Medical Degree, and prior supervisory experience, with the authority to direct managers and oversee budgeting and staffing decisions. The incumbent will conduct research in their area of specialty, supervise functional-area managers, and own major employment actions including hiring and performance reviews while ensuring