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Children's National Hospital (Main Campus), United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 Jun 2026
💰 $121,971/yr($73,195/yr$121,971/yr)

About the role

Kids Are Our Everything.


 

Department

10379 Ctr for Cancer Immunology Rsch


 

Pay Range

$73,195.20 - $121,971.20


 


 

The Staff Scientist I is a junior career research position that reports to the principal investigator. The Staff Scientist I conducts research of significant scientific value in the basic or translational sciences and brings specialized skills, knowledge and experience to research programs or core laboratories. This position performs a variety of laboratory research, education and management tasks, including training technical staff, students, fellows and physicians in laboratory procedures and assisting the principal investigator in writing grant applications and publications.


 

Minimum Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) (Required) Or
Medical Doctor (M.D.) (Required) Or
MS degree with 3 years of relevant work experience (Required)

Minimum Work Experience
At least two to four years of progressive specialized post-doctoral experience. (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge
Next-Generation sequencing, bioinformatics, molecular genetics.

Functional Accountabilities
Responsible Conduct of Research

  • Consistently demonstrates adherence to the standards for the responsible conduct of research.

  • Plans, conducts and manages research projects within federal and institutional regulations and policies under the direction of the principal investigator.

  • Uses research funds and resources appropriately.

  • Maintains confidentiality of data as required.

  • Meets all annual job-related training and compliance requirements.

Research

  • Conducts research and development of new next generation sequencing clinical assays.

  • Uses accepted methods and techniques, solves well-defined problems and performs specific and limited portions of broader projects under the technical guidance of the principal investigator and the senior staff scientist.

  • Conducts experiments in the laboratory that include developing new methods, taking measurements and recording observations, collecting, compiling and processing data, and analyzing results.

  • Assists with data analysis and management.

Leadership and Collaboration

  • Uses accepted methods and techniques, solves well-defined problems and performs specific and limited portions of broader projects under the technical guidance of the principal investigator and the senior staff scientist.

  • Conducts experiments in the laboratory that include developing new methods, taking measurements and recording observations, collecting, compiling and processing data, and analyzing results.

  • Conducts research and development of new next generation sequencing clinical assays.

  • Assists with data analysis and management.

  • Interacts in a collaborative manner with other team members to accomplish organizational goals and may provide ideas to improve efficiency at group level; networks primarily within own technical peer group.

Benefits That Support You:

  • Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.

  • Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.

  • Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.

  • Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.

  • Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more.

Why Join Us:

  • Nationally Recognized Excellence – Consistently ranked among the Top 10 Children’s Hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

  • Leading Pediatric Care – One of the largest and most comprehensive children’s hospitals in the country, offering nationally ranked specialties and cutting-edge treatments.

  • Innovation & Research – A premier academic medical center with a strong commitment to pediatric research, education, and advancing the future of child health.

  • Mission-Driven Culture – Dedicated to providing family-centered care while fostering a collaborative, supportive environment for clinical teams.


 

The disclosed salary range includes the minimum and maximum rates within which Children’s National believes an individual’s base pay rate will fall for this position. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the maximum of the pay range. The e

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