Senior Research Investigator

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This is a senior research position where the individual carries out translational research on inherited retinal degenerations in Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) fashion so that the research can lead to human clinical trials.   The position calls for independent research, with feedback from Jean Bennett, other members of the team, and the sponsors (generally pharmaceutical companies).  The individual supervises a team of scientists and designs, carries out, trouble shoots, interprets the data, obtains regulatory approvals, writes up the results, and participates in meetings with the sponsor and the FDA.

Qualifications
Highly advanced professional discipline. M.D., Ph. D., or equivalent doctoral degree and 5 years of experience is required

Working Conditions
Office, library, computer room; Requires extensive safety training; Exposure to chemicals; Requires protective devices

Physical Effort
Typically sitting at a desk or table; Occasional lifting 24-50 lb. Typically standing or walking; Intermittently sitting/standing/stooping

Draft Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) for GLP (Good Laboratory Practices); Design and Carry out experiments independently following Standard Operating Procedures; Carry out trouble-shooting on experiments when necessary; Record, analyze and interpret data and plan next steps; Write reports for Pharmaceutical Sponsors and manuscripts describing research results; Obtain regulatory approvals for experiments; Maintain records of experiments; Oversee work of junior laboratory members, including training on issues relevant to GLP-like studies (such as SOPs, maintenance of supplies); Prepare for and participate in meetings with Sponsors and FDA.

Position is contingent on grant funding.

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Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.