Chief Scientific Officer / Scientific Grant Writer
Vala Sciences, Inc. - San Diego, California, United States, 92154![Vala Sciences, Inc.](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Scroll down for a complete overview of what this job will require Are you the right candidate for this opportunityThe CSO will:Report directly to the CEO and give presentations to the Board of Directors.Manage a team of researchers to develop cell-based assays for drug toxicity testing and drug discovery.Organize and direct collaborative and contract research projects in drug toxicity testing and drug discovery.Write grant proposals to bring in additional revenue for research and development (e.g., NIH SBIR grants).Have experience in areas of cardiology, neurology, and oncology, and knowledge of and experience with human induced pluripotent stem cells.Attend and present podium talks and poster presentations at scientific meetings (e.g., the Society for Neuroscience and American Heart Association).Write and edit manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications and promotional material.Develop collaborations and relationships with researchers at both biotechnology companies and academic institutions.Develop budgets for grants, grant funded projects, and in-house research and development.Have experience with digital microscopy, high content analysis, and analyzing cellular activity (calcium and voltage transients of excitable cells).Have strong experience with data preparation and analysis.REQUIREMENTS:Ph.D in biology/biomedicine, or M.D./Ph.D.12+ years of experience.Demonstrated ability to write funded grant proposals.Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.Excellent written, presentation, and verbal communication skills.Job Type: Full-timePay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per yearBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceSchedule:8 hour shiftAbility to Commute:San Diego, CA 92121 (Required)Work Location:
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