Research Laboratory Director

Research Laboratory Director-(250002RI)

Description

Reporting to a Children's National Research Institute (CNRI) Principal Investigator or Research Center Director, the CNRI Laboratory Director is responsible for the overall operation and administration of a research laboratory, including the employment and training of personnel who are competent to perform research procedures, record and report test results promptly, accurately and proficiently, and for assuring compliance with the applicable regulations. This includes operations of a research laboratory including basic and applied research projects, quality improvement projects within the lab, and the development of new research objectives, technologies and therapies that ultimately improve patient care. The research laboratory director encourages team members to use the scientific method to push the boundaries of human knowledge and develop new treatments and technologies. The individual will serve as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders and will be responsible for identifying new sources of revenue for the program, including grant funding, philanthropy, or manufacturing service contracts. He / she will represent the research program, and institution in a professional way and participate regionally, nationally and internationally in a manner that demonstrates the expertise, research, and novel researches and therapies available in the hospital.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

Medical Doctor (M.D.) (Required) Or

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) In a scientific discipline (Required)

Minimum Work Experience

• 3 years of progressive, specialized experience in a field of research;

demonstrated record documenting excellence in research and teaching. (Required)

Required Skills / Knowledge

Experience must demonstrate that the applicant acquired the scientific knowledge, skills, and abilities to apply and utilize them successfully in independent health or health-related research appropriate to the position.

An energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image.

A strategic visionary with sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment and strong operational focus.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

An effective educator who is willing to share information and serve as a mentor.

Demonstrated ability to be flexible and adaptable. Shifting priorities seamlessly and effortlessly.

An articulate team player with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with a wide constituency, including hourly workers, students, staff, faculty, researchers, leadership and outside organizational representatives,

Qualified to be appointed to Research Faculty position.

Functional Accountabilities

Organizational Commitment / Identification

Customer Service

Teamwork / Communication

Performance Improvement / Problem-solving

Cost Management / Financial Responsibility

Safety

Commitment to Research

Conduct Research

Teaching

Primary Location

: District of Columbia-Washington

Work Locations

: CN Hospital (Main Campus)111 Michigan Avenue NWWashington20010

Job

: Research

Organization

: Ctr Clinical & Community RsrchPosition Status : R (Regular)-FT - Full-TimeShift : DayWork Schedule : M-F, 40 hrs weekly

Job Posting

: Sep 30, 2025, 9 : 02 : 19 PM

Full-Time Salary Range

: 100000-300000