Sr Principal Scientist

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The Laboratory Animal Sciences Program (LASP) provides exceptional quality animal care and technical support services for laboratory and animal research performed at the National Cancer Institute at the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research. LASP executes this mission by providing a broad spectrum of husbandry, veterinary, state-of-the-art technology, and pre-clinical scientific services. KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES This Senior Principal Scientist – Cardiac Organoid position is expected to investigate ways of standardizing the growth of normal (non-cancerous) human cardiac organoids, to utilize cardiac organoids to model and study human disease, and to perform and publish independent research. Initiates, directs and executes all pre-clinical scientific research and/or development strategies in research and/or development. Exercises independent judgment in developing methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Expert knowledge of scientific principles and concepts. Reputation as emerging leader in field with sustained performance and accomplishment. Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions, products and problems. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; will direct the work of other staff members. Exercises latitude in determining objectives and approaches to critical assignments. Expert knowledge of scientific principles and concepts. Reputation as emerging leader in field with sustained performance and accomplishment. Maintains broad knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories. Makes major contributions to scientific literature and conferences. Implementation of solutions often requires a long-term view and considers multiple perspectives and future impact. Solves unique and complex problems that have a broad impact on the business. May act as spokesperson on corporate research and development and advise top management. May participate in development of patent applications. Interfaces with various departments and serves as internal consultant. Accountable for meeting own target which will impact the discipline. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below: Possession of PhD degree (or equivalent) from an accredited college/university according to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency. In addition to the education requirement, a minimum of ten (10) years of direct experience in organoid or stem cell biology. Strong evidence of previous scientific mentoring and laboratory leadership. Must possess basic Microsoft Office skills. Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration: Has directed the pre-clinical research efforts of other scientists in organoid or stem cell research. JOB HAZARDS This position is subject to working with or has the potential for exposure to infectious material, requiring medical clearance and immunizations.