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This is a full time, salaried position, generally Monday through Friday. This position is grant funded through June 30, 2027.
Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.
Why join Scripps Health?
AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE:
- #5 in Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care 2023
- #78 in 2023 PEOPLE Companies that Care
- #95 in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for 2023
- Recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024
- Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.
Why join this team?
Scripps Health is committed to providing the best possible patient care, and research is a critical part of that mission. In addition to bringing the latest treatments to our patients, the knowledge gained from these research studies advances the quality of care for people around the world.The Research Scientist will join the team at the Shiley Center for Orthopaedic Research and Education (SCORE). SCORE conducts cutting-edge biomedical research at the forefront of innovative solutions for musculoskeletal tissue repair. Our multi-disciplinary team comprises of cell and molecular biologists, engineers, and orthopaedic surgeons working collaboratively to advance cell-based regenerative approaches. We are dedicated to translating scientific discoveries into practical applications that can revolutionize the treatment of damaged and diseased musculoskeletal tissues. This position is ideal for the PhD graduate who wants exposure to a wide range of research projects.
Responsibilities include:
- Design and execute experiments to investigate novel cell-based regenerative approaches for musculoskeletal tissue repair. Develop and optimize protocols for cell culture, differentiation and tissue engineering.
- Use statistical methods to analyze data. Interpret results and contribute to the generation of hypotheses for further investigation.
- Prepare detailed reports of experimental procedures, results and conclusions. Contribute to preparation of manuscripts for publication in scientific journals.
- Explore new technologies and methodologies.
- Provide guidance to junior team members and research associates. Participate in training programs to enhance skills of team.
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Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:
- PhD in Cell Biology, Regenerative Medicine, Tissue Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or related field
- Publication record in tissue engineering related to musculoskeletal system.
- Grant design, preparing reports, budget development and scientific writing skills (such as protocol design, abstract, poster, computer media presentations), and generation of scientific manuscripts.
- Expertise and training with animal research.
- Experience with directing lab assistants in experimental protocol sequences and techniques.
- Bench-top genetic, cellular, biochemical and molecular material handling, experimentation and analysis.
- Proficiency in basic biostatistical analysis.
Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:
- Advanced biostastistical skills.
- Ability to conduct bioinformatics analysis, such as analysis of microarray data, RNASeq, proteomics.
Scripps Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.