Job Family:Scientific Research & Analysis
Travel Required:Up to 10%
Clearance Required:Ability to Obtain Public Trust
We are currently searching for a Scientist/Clinician with medical microbiology or clinical pathology experience to provide support to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This is a full-time, on-site opportunity based in Bethesda, MD.
What You Will Do:- Provide clinical operational oversight and consultation for microbiology testing, with the majority of effort devoted to clinical service activities.
- Participate in clinical call responsibilities, including presentation of patient results and didactic case-based teaching at Microbiology Rounds and supervision of microbiology fellows on a rotating basis
- Oversee and develop appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic tests to support NIH clinical protocols in the care of patients.
- Advise clinicians and NIH physician scientists on the significance of diagnostic procedures and interpretation of laboratory test results.
- Manage the financial and technical resources of the laboratory.
- Coordinate work with the technical supervisors of the specialty sections.
- Ensure that all specialty laboratory staff members and postdoctoral clinical microbiology fellows are appropriately trained.
- Mentor and teach NIH and visiting infectious diseases fellows and microbiology fellows.
- Contribute to the comprehensive laboratory safety policies of the laboratory and assuring that relevant staff are knowledgeable and compliant with safe laboratory practices.
- Initiate independent and collaborative research projects in clinical microbiology and/or infectious diseases with NIH investigators, other NIH scientists, and outside collaborators.
- Analyze, evaluate, and interpret scientific and clinical data to prepare papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at seminars and scientific meetings.
- Keep abreast of scientific and clinical developments through the review of literature, and attending professional meetings, conferences, and symposia.
What You Will Need:- Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Microbiology or a related field along with postdoctoral training resulting in certification or eligibility for certification by the American Board of Medical Microbiology, and/or an MD with board certification or eligibility for certification in either Medical Microbiology or Clinical Pathology as well as a current medical license in a US state or territory.
- Eight (8) years as a Scientist/Clinician with medical microbiology or clinical pathology experience
- Experience translating scientific and clinical data into peer-reviewed publications, presenting findings at scientific forums, and supporting fellow training through case-based teaching and mentorship.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "public trust"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their public trust prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred
What Would Be Nice To Have:- Eight (8) years of relevant experience.
- Expertise in bioinformatics including, but not limited to, the use of tools, pipelines, and methodologies for Next Generation Sequencing data processing is highly desired.
- A strong record of independent and collaborative research is highly valued.
The annual salary range for this position is $149,000.00-$248,000.00. 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
