Chief Scientist - LifeNet Health : Job Details

Chief Scientist

LifeNet Health

Job Location : Virginia Beach,VA, USA

Posted on : 2024-10-15T22:20:26Z

Job Description :

Chief Scientist

Location: Virginia Beach, VA (on-site)

Department: Research & Development

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: 8:30 a.m.- 5:15 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.

How you will contribute to LifeNet Health's success:

The Chief Scientist represents the highest level of scientific knowledge and achievement. The Chief Scientist develops and champions new science and technology initiatives within the Research and Development division and in accordance with FDA guidelines. He/she will collaborate with a team of scientists and engineers to drive scientific excellence and leverage technology toward advancements in therapeutic and clinical applications. He/she is instrumental in implementing R&D strategy and hiring and developing highly motivated staff to manage projects and execute tasks.

What you'll do:

  • Provides oversight to assigned Research team by leading, guiding, and directing employees to be effective team members. Ensures that everyone is equipped with the right skills, tools, and talents necessary for executing their duties. Provides strategic and tactical leadership to direct reports with indirect supervision of their teams. Leads multifunctional teams to plan and execute major projects according to organizational goals, budgets, and timelines. Provides scientific support for technical staff, including guidance and project review. Holds budgetary responsibilities for assigned projects.
  • Conceptualizes strategies and develops platform technologies needed for new clinical or research products.
  • Ensures applicable project compliance with LifeNet's Design Control Policy. Generates, reviews, and approves documents, including scientific journal articles, protocols, study plans & reports, and regulatory submissions.
  • Makes major contributions in the development and maintenance of intellectual property in support of the divisional project portfolio.
  • Serves as an expert in the industry. Makes major contributions in assessing external technology for in-house application, potential licensing, or partner opportunities. Leads collaboration with external key opinion leaders on new or existing technology evaluations.
  • Fosters a culture of innovation. Maintains knowledge of the state-of-the-art in relevant technical fields, generates new ideas, and identifies potential new applications.

    • What you'll bring (Minimum Requirements):

  • PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Engineering, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or Biotechnology.
  • Fifteen (15) years of related industry experience.
  • Ten (10) years of management experience with responsibility for direct reports' performance.

    • Preferred Experience/Skills/Certifications:

  • Four (4) years of experience in establishing/directing GMP facilities and clinical trials.
  • Four (4) years of experience as a Principal Investigator for major projects.
  • Well published and patents in commercialization of work product.

    • 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
    • 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-workers

    Salary: $175,430 - $233,906 annually

    The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location and the candidate's qualifications and prior relevant experience.

    * 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.

    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.

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