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Clinical Research Research Scientist

Scientific Director, Research

Job in Wilmington, New Castle County, Delaware, 19894, USA
Listing for: Nemours Children's Health
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-26
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Clinical Research
  • Research/Development
    Clinical Research, Research Scientist
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The Department of Biomedical Research at Nemours Children's Health-Delaware seeks a motivated scientist to fill the scientific director position and lead Gastroenterology (GI) Clinical/Research Lab, a part of the highly collaborative and growing Diagnostic Center at Nemours.

The ideal candidate will be scientifically independent with 5 years of experience managing diagnostic laboratories, overseeing clinical assay development and pediatric clinical research.

Qualifications
  • Hold a PhD degree with significant clinical research experience, and clinical assay development and validation.
  • Having at least 5 years of experience in a supervisory position managing a laboratory with a minimum of 2 direct staff reports.
    • Preferred Qualifications
    • Scientific knowledge in enzymology and protein chemistry.
    • Experience with automatic liquid handling systems and assay automation.
    • A track record of publications and research activities in pediatric clinical research.
    • Clinical study design and statistical analysis experience.
    • Familiarity with the regulatory compliance of CLIA or CAP.
    Essential Functions
  • Oversee CLIA/CAP laboratory operations:
    • Maintain and update SOP for GI Lab tests, including:
      • Celiac serology assay for celiac disease
      • Fecal calprotectin assay for inflammatory bowel disease
      • Disaccharidases assay for intestinal dysfunction
      • Pancreatic enzymes assay for pancreatic deficiency
      • Pepsin A assay for gastric to pulmonary aspiration
    • Develop new assays, perform clinical assay validation, and amend tests.
    • Renew CLIA/CAP license.
    • Resolve daily technical and scientific problems.
    • Approve final assay reports.
  • Manage budgetary and financial reporting.
  • Supervise the maintenance, safety, and operations of the laboratory, ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Supervise and train laboratory technicians.
  • Mentor Gastroenterology Division research projects, including study design, data collection, and analysis.
  • Collaborate with Nemours clinicians and other researchers to conduct and oversee a wide range of clinical research projects across Gastroenterology, Pulmonary, Otolaryngology, and Anesthesiology.
  • Publish papers in clinical journals.
    • Applicants should Submit
  • A cover letter summarizing your previous experience and qualifications that position you to be a suitable and strong candidate.
  • Curriculum vitae.
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