Research Scientist I (COVID-19) - Emerging Infectious Diseases Branch at The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancemen in Silver Spring, MD

Develops and conducts research projects. Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions, products, and problems. Develops new technologies and protocols. The position involves the structural and biochemical characterization of small molecule inhibitors against Emerging Infectious pathogens including SARS-CoV-2, as part of an integrated drug development pipeline at WRAIR.

Responsibilities:

1. Processes and interprets experimental data. Formulates experimental hypotheses and designs experimental protocols. (40%)
2. Makes scientific observations, maintains detailed workbooks/documentation, and ensures documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards. (35%)
3. Coordinates and contributes to new grant and funding applications. (5%)
4. Trains and supervises laboratory technicians, as needed. (10%)
5. Prepares written reports and manuscripts for submission to scientific journals. (10%)
6. May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of applicable complex scientific procedures and techniques; excellent communication skills; ability to troubleshoot technical procedures; ability to work independently and supervise others.

Minimum Education: Doctoral degree is required.

Minimum Experience/ Training Requirements: 2-5 years of relevant work experience required.

Background/Security: Must have lived in the U.S. 3 out of the past 5 years; eligible to obtain and maintain a Tier I investigation/ Public Trust and a Common Access Card (CAC).

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, addresses, education, and credentials, a criminal background check, drug screening, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check.

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Doctorate (Academic) or better.

Experience

Required

2-5 years: 2-5 years of relevant work experience required.