Sr Research Scientist

The Senior Research Scientist is responsible for leading and executing advanced translational lung research, including development and application of precision-cut lung slice models, flow cytometry, and single-cell and spatial omics approaches. The position integrates multi-modal data to investigate mechanisms of lung disease, particularly idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, while ensuring high-quality experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation. The role also provides scientific leadership through supervision of laboratory personnel, oversight of laboratory operations and resources, and support of grant development and scientific dissemination. The candidate is expected to work with a high level of independence, contributing to efficient laboratory functioning, financial stewardship, and advancement of the research program through high-impact publications and competitive NIH grant submissions. Minimum Qualifications: This position requires a Bachelor's degree in a natural, physical or medical science with 5 years of experience. Preferred Qualifications: PhD with a minimum of five years of postdoctoral experience in a laboratory setting and at least two years of experience as a research scientist in a lung research laboratory. Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree. Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate ( is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S. SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed: (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree; (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree; (c) Six years of direct experience for a master's degree; (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment. Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310. Advanced Experimental Platforms & Technology Development Lead the expansion and optimization of precision-cut lung slice (PCLS) models to support translational and mechanistic studies Design and implement advanced flow cytometry and cell-sorting workflows, including panel development, assay validation, and integration with downstream molecular analyses. Perform spatial and single-cell omics experiment including experimental design, sample preparation from lung tissue, bone marrow and blood of mice Collaborate with bioinformatics and biostatistics teams to ensure robust analysis and interpretation of datasets. Research Personnel Supervision and Laboratory Operations Support Provide direct supervision to research personnel, including technicians, Advanced Research Scientists, postdoctoral trainee, and volunteer students fostering a collaborative, including project oversight, workload prioritization. Serve as a central resource for the majority of experimental techniques utilized within the laboratory, ensuring technical excellence and troubleshooting support Research Publication and Grant Data Development Publish research findings in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals and present at national and international conferences Generates preliminary data, develops and organizes grant figures for NIH submissions, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and compliance with application guidelines. In Vivo Model Management and Genotype Verification Animal colony management of transgenic mice, validation of genotyping results Overseeing laboratory operations, including procurement of reagents, managing grant budgets, and performing P-card reconciliation to ensure accurate financial tracking and compliance.