Clinical Scholar - K12 Mentored Research Career Development Program

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POSITION TITLE: Clinical Scholar - K12 Mentored Research Career Development Program

POSITION SUMMARY:

Scripps’ CTSA award supports mentored research in a career development postdoctoral program designed for young investigators to gain clinical and translational research experience as members of Scripps Research Translational Institute.

The K Scholars Program, directed by Dr. Laura Nicholson, is designed to provide early-career postdoctoral (MD, PhD, MD/PhD, PharmD, or equivalent) candidates with a novel career development experience in a precision medicine-focused institute at the forefront of genomics, digital medicine, machine learning, and community-engaged research. We are funded by an NIH Clinical Translational Science Award (CTSA) K12 Mentored Research Career Development Award.

Program Features and Information

• Targeted mentorship for the transdisciplinary research skills required for successful translational research careers
• Team science approach to promote innovation and impact
• Commitment to increasing diversity in research studies and the research workforce
• Protected 75% of time for scholarly work and research training
• $15,500 annually for research-related expenses
• Minimum two-year appointments
• Translational science coursework among topics in trial design, grant preparation, biostatistics, human genomics, computational biology, and social science implications of research

Application Components

• Cover Letter / Personal Statement (maximum 1 page)
• Proposed Research Plan (maximum 5 pages)
• Recent CV/Resume
• Literature Citations (if applicable)
• Letters of Support
• Current NIH Biosketch (optional)

All candidates must apply through the Translational Institute's recruiting website using the link provided below to be considered for this position.

https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/5995852/SRTI-K-Mentored-Scholars-Program

• Application Deadline: February 28th, 2025
• Notification Date (if not sooner): April 1st, 2025
• Start Date: July 1st, 2025

REQUIREMENTS:

• Doctorate (such as MD, PhD, MD/PhD, PharmD, or equivalent).
• US citizen or permanent resident

COMPENSATION: The expected hiring range for this position is $80,000 to $92,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position works in a laboratory or vivarium environment. Further details of the physical requirements of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

EEO Statement:

The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.