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RTI International

Public Health Genetics Researcher

Durham

October 24, 2024

Overview

The Genomics, Ethics, and Translational Research Program within RTI International conducts translational genetics and genomics research with a focus on rare diseases in newborns, young children, and adults. Our work aims to translate basic science discoveries into clinical and public health practice. Program scientists plan and implement research studies, conduct evaluations, and provide technical assistance to a variety of clients.

We are seeking a Public Health Genetics Researcher who can provide support to grow and manage our portfolio of work related to all aspects of translational genetics and genomics. The candidate should have expertise in translational genetics or genomics, newborn screening and/or population screening; leadership and/or organizational experience with large, multidisciplinary teams; experience in obtaining funding; and a commitment to dissemination and peer-reviewed publications.

RTI International headquarters is located in Research Triangle Park, NC. RTI also has regional offices across the United States. The Program has a multidisciplinary approach and includes staff from a variety of backgrounds, including genetics/genomics, genetic counseling, public health, psychology, special education, social work, and chemistry. The Program resides within a larger business unit with experts in informatics, biostatistics, data science, and discovery genomics. We maintain an on-site, CLIA-certified lab. In addition, we partner with clinical genetics experts from UNC Chapel Hill and Duke University on many of our studies.


Responsibilities
  • Leads and/or manages research projects and teams with a focus on translational genetics/genomics topics and other public health issues.
  • Oversees the planning and coordination of project activities.
  • Prepares project reports, prepare budgets, define costing plans and monitor project costs.
  • Supports the growth of the broader genetics/genomics research portfolio by serving as lead or major contributor to the submission of grant and/or contract proposals.
  • Collaborates with colleagues across RTI on technical, administrative, and strategic planning initiatives.
  • Serves as a representative of the project to clients, stakeholders, and partners, providing key inputs for technical or management decisions.
  • Maintains professional relationships as a representative or advisor to external advisory or policy boards and councils, research organizations, educational institutions and educators.
  • Develops and expands RTI reputation as "resident expert" in a technical/methodological area.
  • Leads the preparation of peer-reviewed articles based on research activities.
  • Prepares and delivers presentations at state, national, and international meetings.

Qualifications
  • Ph.D. or other terminal degree in genetics, genetic counseling, epidemiology, neuroscience, psychology, or other related fields.
  • A minimum of 5 years of related research experience; direct experience in clinical and public health genetics and genomics, early identification of children with rare conditions or newborn screening is required.
  • Proven leadership expertise and management of research/clinical studies.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to manage competing tasks and priorities.
  • Ability to work independently and with diverse, multidisciplinary teams, and to establish and maintain good working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and clients.
  • Ability to travel to meetings, conferences, or other business locations (up to 10%).

Please include a cover letter as the first page of a resume attachment when applying for the position. This position may be based remotely or out of any of RTI’s regional offices, with a preference for Research Triangle Park, NC. The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below and assumes location in Research Triangle Park. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States.

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EEO & Pay Equity Statements

For San Francisco, CA USA Job Postings Only: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Further information is available here.

RTI accepts applications to our job openings from candidates with criminal histories or conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States. RTI considers multiple factors when making an offer including, for example: established salary range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of work experience possessed by the applicant. Further, salary is merely one element to our offer.

At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a generous paid time off policy, merit based annual increases, bonus opportunities and a robust recognition program. Other benefits include a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability), access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave for all parents, financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments, financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities, an employee assistance program, and numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance.


Equal Pay Act Minimum/Range

$119,000 - $146,000

As a global employer of choice, RTI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace and the communities and markets where we serve our mission. We value diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective and welcome applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, creed, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws or RTI policy.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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