Lead Scientist-Center for RAS Therapeutics

Lead Scientist works on complex problems in which analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors. Works on significant and unique issues that may impact future concepts, products or technologies on a broader scope than just one unit. Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Exercises latitude in determining objectives and approaches to critical assignments. Works closely with directors on unit/lab issues. Manages the work efforts of more than one individual, mentors staff, and completes performance appraisals. Contributes broad knowledge of the field, strong leadership skills, technical proficiency, and scientific creativity. Works both collaboratively and independently.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

• OVERVIEW:

  The Scientific Director of the Center for RAS Therapeutics at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute will coordinate basic, translational and clinical research projects across teams and divisions at the Institute as well as facilitate collaborations with other national and international centers. The Scientific Director will interface with multiple laboratory and clinical research teams in order to support and guide collaborative research, help educate and mentor trainees, and ensure effective sharing of data, tissue-based resources, research strategies and administrative elements of this unique multi-disciplinary research team.

  The Scientific Director will work closely with the RAS Center Co-Directors, Drs. Alice Shaw and Andrew Aguirre to establish the strategic and scientific priorities of the center. The Scientific Director will work closely with all members of the RAS center, as well as other faculty within our clinical and research divisions  to ensure the basic, translational, and clinical science projects are optimally coordinated and executed across the spectrum from basic discovery to applied clinical trials and tissue/data-based research projects. The Scientific Director will also supervise the interface and functions with all other required administrative support services, including the Belfer Office for Dana-Farber Innovations as well as the technology transfer and fiscal departments at collaborating centers worldwide.  The Scientific Director will help manage the RAS-related scientific interface with the DFCI Philanthropy Department relevant to this funded research initiative, oversee the fiscal reporting relevant to all research operations through the DFCI Grants and Contracts office, and present RAS funded research on behalf of the Center. The Scientific Director will also proactively seek to identify, recruit, and guide new research opportunities as well as new potential collaborations. By coordinating and leveraging expertise from across the Institute, the Scientific Director will play a critical role in accelerating the Center’s discovery and development of transformative therapies for RAS-derived cancers.

• Demonstrated success in technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others and independent thought.
• Works on complex problems in which analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors.
• Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• Works closely with directors on unit/lab issues. Very wide latitude for decision-making.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Excellent knowledge of the field with strong leadership skills. Resolves critical issues and contributes to unit/lab development

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD in a scientific discipline or MD preferred and a
• minimum of 12+ years related experience.
• Works on significant and unique issues that may impact future concepts, products or technologies on a broader scope than just one unit.
• Exercises latitude in determining objectives and approaches to critical assignments.
• 5+ years management responsibility preferred

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages the work efforts of more than one individual and mentors staff.
• Completes performance appraisals.

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At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$100,000.00 - $186,300.00