Job DescriptionPrecise Systems seeks a
Biological Research Scientist to support our U.S. Army customer in Edgewood, Maryland
Duties:- Supports day to day in-vitro laboratory experimental tasks and procedures, including but not limited to, tissue culture (i.e. primary, eukaryotic, and differentiated lineages) and the formation of complex 3D organoid/spheroid/ microphysiological systems (MPS) architectures (i.e. organ chip technologies) for use in toxicological assessments and research method development.
- Research efforts shall include determination of novel biomarkers of exposure, advanced morphological characterization, physiological response measurements, phenotypic changes, and molecular pathway elucidation for both known and unknown toxicological compounds of interest.
- Operates independently with planning/executing assigned tasks, adapting methods and instrumentation to resolve problems, organizing data, analyzing data, interpreting results, determining conclusions, presenting data, authoring reports and manuscripts, and contributing to proposal writing.
- Interacts as part of an interdisciplinary team of technical staff, and principal investigators.
- Must be able to work in a team, communicating completed tasks, communicating needed tasks. Adaptability to experimental changes in real time. Reliably communicates with team members about task/program progress.
Required Education:- Minimum bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or related field
Required Experience:- Must have 1 or more years of research experience in either an academic, government or industry laboratory.
- Experience with several advanced laboratory cellular biology and tissue culture techniques, to include but not limited to, receptor-based screens, microphysiological systems, stem cell differentiation, microscopy, and cell staining.
- Background with cell culture, tissue processing, and plate-based assays.
- Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with other research teams.
- Ability to learn new techniques and expand abilities.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills for audiences with varying technical backgrounds.
- Effective time management skills; self-starter; attention to detail.
- Ability to independently design and execute experiments; demonstrate critical thinking/problem solving.
- Ability to assist with other duties as assigned.
- Ability to complete additional training as assigned.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.
Precise Systems values employee contributions, promotes diverse opportunities for professional growth, and prioritizes overall well-being. Our comprehensive professional services benefits package includes health insurance, life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, disability insurance, retirement plans, holiday pay, employee-managed leave, and professional growth opportunities.
We recognize exceptional performance and alignment with our core values through our STAR Award recognition program.
Compensation at Precise Systems is determined by various factors, including education, experience, skills, competencies, and contract-specific requirements. The salary range for this position is $68,952.32 to $103,428.48 (annualized USD). This range represents the standard pay for this role and is just one component of Precise Systems' total compensation package.
Precise Systems is committed to fair and equitable pay practices in alignment with applicable pay transparency laws and equal employment opportunity standards
