Associate Director of LSP Research Services

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why join Harvard Medical School?

Harvard Medical School's mission is to nurture a diverse, inclusive community dedicated to alleviating suffering and improving health and well-being for all through excellence in teaching and learning, discovery and scholarship, and service and leadership.

You’ll be at the heart of biomedical discovery, education, and innovation, working alongside world-renowned faculty and a community dedicated to improving human health. This is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to shape the future of medicine.

About the Program:

The Harvard Program in Therapeutic Science (HiTS) unites physicians and scientists under one roof so they can use collaborative team science approaches to solve the toughest interdisciplinary challenges in medicine. HiTS aims to improve patient care by enabling precision medicine approaches for disease diagnosis and treatment, and by advancing the regulatory process through data-driven innovation. These efforts are supported by two primary components: The Laboratory of Systems Physiology (LSP) and The Harvard-MIT Center for Regulatory Science (CRS). Within the LSP, the Tissue Profiling Service (TPS) Core Facility performs highly multiplexed tissue imaging and spatial transcriptomics (collectively, spatial profiling) on human and murine tissues and tumors for investigators at HMS, Harvard-affiliated hospitals, and research institutions across the U.S.

Job Description

The Associate Director of LSP Research Services leads management of scientific research and activities at the Laboratory of Systems Pharmacology (LSP) Tissue Profiling Service (TPS) Core based on the Quad at Harvard Medical School and collaborates closely with other senior research staff at the LSP. The Core Facility performs highly multiplexed tissue imaging and spatial transcriptomics (collectively, spatial profiling) on human and murine tissues and tumors for investigators at HMS, Harvard-affiliated hospitals, and research institutions across the U.S. The experimental and computational methods used by the Core have largely been developed by LSP staff and focus on optical microscopy of different types.

The Associate Director:

• Manages Core staff, including hiring and orientation, training and development, workflow and performance management, and the promotion of a rigorous and innovative work environment.
• Evaluates incoming projects in consultation with other LSP scientists, including overall project feasibility, execution and prioritization, laboratory workflows, ensuring compliance with core policies.
• Directs the evaluation of new and improved technologies for spatial profiling, as well as relationship with facilities in the Boston area that support complementary approaches.
• Assists scientists at all stages of research using spatial profiling, including reviewing grants, writing letters of support, collaborating on funding applications, and providing advice and guidance on data collection and interpretation.
• Oversees the Core’s financial and administrative activities in collaboration with the LSP Finance Team, the LSP Executive Director and the Faculty Director.
• Develops cross-functional teams, both within Harvard Medical School and externally, to successfully execute LSP’s research portfolio with a specific focus on histopathology collaborations and core facilities.
• Represents the LSP via scientific publications and presentations at the local, national and international level via teaching and invited lectures focusing on best practices and state-of-the art approaches for spatial profiling.
• Monitors laboratory safety compliance and ensures compliance with University policies, procedures, and applicable legal rules and regulations.
• Oversees preparation of training manuals including standard operating procedures and related documents.
• May author/co-author scientific papers/other publications.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced lab environment, using wet lab equipment, computing equipment, imaging equipment, and able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering discipline and at least five years relevant of work experience; OR
• A minimum of nine years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• Ph.D. or M.D. desirable.
• Must have demonstrated experience in organizing projects that span multiple scientific areas, documented success as part of a collaborative scientific environment, and accomplished record in publication and possibly grant writing.
• Experience in the quantitative analysis of data is essential, with skills in scripting languages such as MatLab, R, and/or Python a plus.
• Candidate shall have excellent communication skills (verbal and written), attention to detail, and enthusiasm for basic and translational research.
• Candidate must be extremely organized, capable of multitasking and have strong skills in productivity software (Excel, Word, Trello etc.) and be effective in working with colleagues of similar rank.
• Experience in supervising junior staff members and in developing and maintaining collaborative relationships involving groups that span academia, industry, and funding agencies is strongly desired.
• The ideal candidate must be able to support multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize Core activities appropriately to meet service center milestones.
• Previous experience in overseeing operating budgets >$1M is preferred.

Additional Information

• Appointment End Date: This is a two-year term position from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance and continued funding to support the position.
• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education
• Other Information: Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.
• Staying Informed About Your Application: Due to the high volume of applications, we may not always be able to reach out right away, but you can track your status anytime through the Careers@Harvard portal.

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Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 058. Please visit  Harvard's Salary Ranges  to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.

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