Senior Scientist, Life Sciences Product Development at LifeNet Health in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina

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Job Description:

Senior Scientist, Life Sciences Product Development

Location: Research Triangle Park, NC (on-site)

Department: Research & Development

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: 8:15 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. (ET) Monday- Friday

Clinical Classification: Clinical

LifeNet Health is searching for talented individuals who will embrace our mission of saving lives, restoring health, and giving hope.

LifeNet Health, headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is the largest nonprofit organ procurement organization (OPO) and tissue processor in the United States, as well as a leading innovator in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Our goal is to improve the quality of human life through the provision of organs, tissues, and cells for transplantation; to provide innovation in the fields of bio-implants, regenerative medicine and research; and, to serve the community with educational and support services that enhance the donation process. LifeNet Health has over 1200 employees and has a growing global presence.

How you will contribute to LifeNet Healths success:

The Senior Scientist, Life Sciences Product Development provides focal, technical, and scientific assistance in line with departmental core competencies in support of the department's overall corporate objectives. Leads the planning and execution of project activities in support of divisional laboratory efforts with respect to goals, budgets, and timelines. Ensures the highest level of technical and intellectual understanding within the respective competency. Effectively communicates and trains individuals with varying levels of experience. Contributes to the development of intellectual property in support of the divisional project portfolio. Writes, submits, and presents results of research initiatives and research procedures both internally and externally.

What youll do:

  • Research Development: Develops, implements, and tracks the progress of research or product development projects based on corporate priorities. Develops and executes experimental plans. Produces workflows and prototypes. Leads on troubleshooting of critical science-related issues encountered during prototype or product development. Makes major contribution in the development of intellectual property in support of the divisional project portfolio.
  • Strategy: Conceptualizes strategies, develops techniques and technologies needed to develop clinical or research products and investigate the feasibility of the potential inventions and products.
  • Documentation and Reporting: Accumulates, interprets, and reports data in verbal and written forms. Generates documents, including scientific journal articles, technical reports and regulatory submissions. Prepares summaries of work for internal and external presentations. Proposes possible patent applications.
  • Support: Provides scientific support and mentorship for technical staff, including guidance and critical review on experimental planning, execution, data analysis, troubleshooting, and project review.
  • Continuous Improvement: Becomes knowledgeable of and assesses external technology for inhouse application, potential licensing, or partner opportunities.

What youll bring (Minimum Requirements):

  • PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Engineering, Chemistry, Biotechnology or Life Sciences, or related from accredited college or university and five (5) years of Clinical/ Medical Laboratory Sciences, Basic Life Sciences, or related work experience OR
  • Masters degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Engineering, Chemistry, Biotechnology or Life Sciences, or related from accredited college or university and eight (8) years of Clinical/ Medical Laboratory Sciences, Basic Life Sciences, or related work experience.

Preferred Experience/Skills/Certifications:

  • Computer Skills: Proficient in data analysis and statistical software- SAS, GraphPAD, SigmaPlot.
  • Experimental Design: Proficient in research design, execution, presentation, and teamwork.

These would be nice too (Knowledge Skills and Abilities):

  • Communication Skills: Written, verbal and presentation; ability to engage, inspire and influence people.
  • Relationship Management: Builds and sustains mentorship within the R&D team, and partnerships across organizational boundaries and functions as well as outside the organization to achieve common goals and outcomes.
  • Time Management: Ability to use time in an effective and productive manner with ability to work under pressure with tight timelines, make critical decisions and maintain a sense of focus and urgency.
  • Organizational Skills: Ability to plan, implement and monitor assignments effectively to meet the needs of the business.
  • Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Experimental Design: Demonstrated knowledge of research experimental design, execution, presentation, and teamwork.
  • Analytical Thinking, Troubleshooting, & Resolution Skills: Demonstrates the ability to successfully gather and evaluate pertinent information to draw conclusions and identify potential trends. Ability to assess and resolve problems.
  • Design & Data Analysis: Ability to perform proper study design and statistical analysis.

Why work at LifeNet Health?

We have a fierce drive for our mission of Saving Lives, Restoring Health, and Giving Hope. You will not find another company with a culture as strong as ours.

  • 403(b) and Profit-Sharing Plan
  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Corporate sponsored events for employees
  • Work-life balance with generous paid time off to include vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
    • 18 vacation days
    • 9 sick days
    • 7 paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Personal career, skill, and leadership development opportunities
  • Wellness Program (gym reimbursement, monthly wellness webinars, mental health toolkit, financial resources, and much more)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and members of their household
  • Dedicated and passionate co-worker

Salary: $113,090- $150,787/ annual

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location and the candidates qualifications and prior relevant experience. The pay range for this position is $113,090 annually (entry-level qualifications) to $150,787 annually (experienced in this role).

* Actual compensation may be higher based on the successful candidate's knowledge and relevant experience.

This position is eligible for an annual bonus once eligibility criteria are met.

All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and LifeNet Health reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice, unless otherwise required by law. Further, nothing in this posting is intended to alter the at will relationship of a successful candidate and this posting does not constitute a specific promise.

LifeNet Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.






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