Senior Scientist- Cardiology

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13697516 Senior Scientist- Cardiology Department: SOM KC Cardiovascular Medicine Translational Research ----- Translational Research Position Title: Senior Scientist- Cardiology Job Family Group: Professional Staff Job Description Summary: The Senior Scientist provides advanced scientific leadership and research expertise to support the development, execution, and advancement of complex molecular biology research programs within the Department of Cardiovascular and Cardiothoracic Research. This position independently leads research initiatives, provides scientific direction, mentors research personnel, and serves as a subject matter expert in molecular biology and related areas of specialization. The Senior Scientist is responsible for designing and conducting advanced molecular, cellular, biochemical, and physiological research; driving scientific innovation; ensuring research quality and compliance; analyzing and interpreting complex scientific data; and contributing to the overall growth and success of the research program. Job Description: Job Responsibilities - Lead and manage complex molecular biology research projects, including the development of research objectives, experimental strategies, methodologies, timelines, and project plans. Collaborate effectively on joint laboratory and multidisciplinary research initiatives. - Design, perform, optimize, and troubleshoot a variety of molecular, biochemical, cellular, and physiological experiments, including cell culturebased studies. Develop and refine experimental methods and protocols to support research objectives. - Conduct research involving small animal models, particularly mice, including animal handling and experimental procedures. Perform genotyping and related molecular analyses in accordance with established laboratory protocols, institutional requirements, and applicable research standards. - Design, optimize, and evaluate experimental approaches while identifying and resolving complex scientific and technical challenges. - Analyze, interpret, and communicate complex experimental data to inform scientific decisions, evaluate research hypotheses, and guide future research directions. - Provide scientific leadership, mentorship, training, and technical guidance to Research Associates, students, fellows, and other laboratory personnel. - Support laboratory workflows and research operations while promoting scientific rigor, reproducibility, quality standards, and adherence to institutional and regulatory requirements. - Contribute to the preparation and publication of manuscripts in peer-reviewed scientific journals and the development of abstracts, posters, presentations, research reports, and other scientific materials. - Contribute scientific expertise to grant applications, research proposals, and other activities supporting the development and funding of laboratory research programs. - Collaborate with principal investigators, clinicians, researchers, and multidisciplinary teams to advance molecular biology, cardiovascular, and translational research initiatives. - Evaluate emerging technologies, scientific literature, experimental techniques, and innovative methodologies to enhance laboratory capabilities and advance research objectives. - Support strategic planning, program development, and continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory and department. - Represent the laboratory and institution through participation in scientific conferences, research meetings, professional organizations, and other cholarly activities. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Required Qualifications Education: PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Physiology, or a closely related scientific discipline. This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations. Work Experience: Four (4) years of relevant research experience. Experience designing, conducting, and troubleshooting molecular, cellular, biochemical, and/or physiological research. Experience le