Job Family:
Biologist
Travel Required:
None
Clearance Required:
Ability to Obtain Public Trust
What You Will Do:
We are looking for a Biologist to provide support services to NIH NCI/CCR. This position is a full-time position located in Bethesda, Maryland.
- Devise highly specialized research procedures by applying knowledge of advanced research techniques and equipment.
- Design research studies by selecting appropriate methodology and procedures to meet experimental objectives.
- Search scientific literature for new methods and procedures for application and adaptation in experiments.
- Conduct quality assurance reviews and ensure research standards are upheld.
- Design and execute research projects involving myeloid cell differentiation, characterization, and function (e.g., macrophages, dendritic cells, monocytes, neutrophils).
- Perform laboratory techniques including flow cytometry, cell sorting, DNA/RNA isolation, gene expression analysis, RNA sequencing, and microbiome analysis.
- Conduct cell culture and support animal models for cancer and infectious disease research.
- Assist in basic laboratory experiments, maintain samples, supplies, and equipment, and learn new techniques.
- Calibrate and operate laboratory instruments and coordinate analysis and interpretation of experimental data.
- Prepare summaries, reports, manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations for scientific meetings and publications.
- Train laboratory staff on specialized procedures and equipment usage.
- Maintain laboratory inventory, monitor supplies, and ensure proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Enforce safe laboratory practices and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Monitor and maintain laboratory equipment and coordinate maintenance activities.
- Incumbent capture, no other candidates were considered due to incumbent candidate identified. They meet the labor category requirements provided by the customer.
What You Will Need:
- Master’s degree in Biology or a related field.
- A minimum of TEN (10) years of experience in an immunology-related field.
- Strong experience with immunology research, including mouse models for cancer, inflammation, and infectious diseases.
- Demonstrated expertise in molecular biology techniques including RNA sequencing, RT-qPCR, and library preparation.
- Experience with flow cytometry, cell isolation, and immune population analysis.
- Familiarity with small RNA profiling, ChIP-Seq technology, and data analysis.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD “public trust”; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
- PhD in Biology, Life Sciences, or related discipline.
- Experience with bioinformatics and statistical software tools.
- Experience using FlowJo, GraphPad, and QuPath software.
- Familiarity with imaging hardware and experimental imaging software.
- Experience working with toxoplasma gondii infection models and cyst isolation techniques.
- Prior experience supporting multi-disciplinary research teams in a federal or academic laboratory setting.
The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Care.com annual membership
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
