Precise Systems

In-Vitro Toxicologist

Precise Systems$76K — $86K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in biology, chemistry, or related field required.
  • Minimum of three years of research experience in academic, government, or industry labs.
  • Proficient in advanced cellular biology and tissue culture techniques.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.
  • Effective time management and self-starting ability with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Support daily in-vitro lab tasks and tissue culture procedures.
  • Conduct research to identify novel biomarkers and measure physiological responses.
  • Analyze and interpret experimental data, author reports and manuscripts.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and communicate effectively.
  • Adapt methods and approaches to meet evolving experimental needs.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance and life coverage.
  • Disability insurance and retirement plans.
  • Holiday pay and employee-managed leave.
  • Professional growth opportunities and skills development.
  • Recognition program for exceptional performance and alignment with core values.
Full Job Description
Precise Systems seeks a In-Situ Toxicologist to support our U.S. Army customer in Edgewood, Maryland This role requires in-person support 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/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 master's degree in biology, chemistry, or related field Required Experience: • Must have three (3) 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. • 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 Desired Experience: • Experience with delegating project tasks and project management • Background in in vitro neurotoxicology • Experience in in vitro immunology 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 $76,709.46 - $86,064.18 (annualized USD). This range represents the standard pay for this role and is just one component of Precise Systems' total compensation package.

About Precise Systems

Precise Systems is a professional services company currently working for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and U.S. Air Force. Precise Systems provides professional services in the areas of program management, administrative support, engineering, logistics, and information technology. The company was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Lexington Park, Maryland.
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