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Job Summary:
Performs a variety of responsibilities in designing and directing highly complex research projects and acts as a specialist in a research area in order to ensure that research efforts reflect credibly upon the medical and teaching status of the hospital.
This is a fully funded position at hire with anticipation of acquiring salary support and moving to Senior Scientist Level 2 within 5 years.

Job Responsibilities:

• Designs and performs specialized, highly complex and unique experiments utilizing specialized knowledge and skills

• Designs and develops project protocols by researching literature, determining research methodology and recruitment mechanisms in order to ensure high quality outcomes

• Assists in preparing research grants proposals and over time begins to develop independent research grant proposals

• Manages grant budget(s) for complete projects to ensure effective utilization of project resources. Negotiates with outside agencies for placement and/or funding of studies

• Trains and assists research assistants, post-doctorate fellows or graduate students, while also increasing additional knowledge in areas of interest.

• Directs and conducts the analysis and interpretation of project results for publication or presentations. Publishes results and may collaborate with other Principal Investigators or Senior Scientists

• Works with Director of CAIRD and Laboratory Manager to determine study priorities and scheduling.

• May also provide clinical coverage for the clinical trials program.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree, Doctor of Pharmacy, PhD or MD with graduate /post-doctoral training in infectious diseases, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Epidemiology, or related field.
• An exception may be made to the education requirement above for candidates that do not meet these criteria but have equivalent/exceptional experience in a related field that would be of benefit to the Center for Anti-Infective Research and Development.
• Active CT State license in appropriate discipli ne.

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With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.