The Senior Scientist contributes to performance and success of scientific research program(s) utilizing internal or extramural funding with the goal of establishing independent research funding.

• PhD or MD



• Faculty appointment anticipated at the Assistant Professor level or higher

1. May have an independent research portfolio.
2. Writes grants and authors publications in national scientific journals.
3. May act as Principal Investigator.
4. Provides oversight of multiple grants and research projects and may define scope and selection of research area(s) for investigation through conceptually related studies or a series of projects of lesser scope.
5. Manages and reviews preparation of study protocols, statistical analysis and study reports and produces scientific content for clinical and regulatory docs.
6. Presents at conferences, symposia; mentors and provides guidance to collaborators, trainees, and lower level scientists.
7. Supervises students, trainees (e.g., residents, interns, PEMM students) and/or research staff members.
8. Performs other duties as required or assigned.

• None