Job Family:Scientist
Travel Required:None
Clearance Required:Ability to Obtain Public Trust
What You Will Do:We are seeking a Scientist to support the Vaccine Immunology Program (VIP) to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Gaithersburg, MD.
- Perform common laboratory duties such as reagent ordering, instrument care, and inventory maintenance.
- Locate and review literature pertinent to projects and identify/modify the most applicable protocols and methods for experiments.
- Contribute to the development of new single-cell next-generation sequencing analyses and workflows.
- Establish and optimize flow cytometry panels for sorting immune cell populations of interest.
- Isolate and stain lymphocytes from blood or tissue for flow cytometry.
- Manage scientific equipment and resources, including acquisition, documentation, and storage, for items such as reagents, stocks of frozen cells, animal samples, etc.
- Participate in project and laboratory meetings.
- Troubleshoot assays and adjust scientific methodology to correct problems or deficiencies in a research project, experiment, or trial.
- Develop and maintain collegial, collaborative relationships with colleagues in the Vaccine Research Center (VRC) research groups.
What You Will Need:- Master's degree in biology with TWO (2) years of experience OR bachelor's degree in biology with FOUR (4) years of experience in lieu of master's degree.
- Minimum TWO (2) years of experience must be directly related to flow cytometry.
- Knowledgeable in the discipline of viral and vaccine immunology.
- Understanding of the laws, regulations, policies, guidelines, and ethical standards governing research.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- 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:- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate, detailed records.
- Ability to multi-task in a high-volume fast-paced work environment.
- Demonstrates knowledge of proper laboratory disposal methods and safety procedures.
The annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00-$124,000.00. 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
