CAMRIS · 2 hours ago
Senior Scientist
US-MD-Bethesda
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$106K/yr - $138K/yr
10+ years expCAMRIS is a dynamic clinical research and international development firm focused on innovative health solutions. They are seeking a Senior Scientist to support the NIH's National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Bethesda, MD, where the candidate will conduct complex laboratory procedures related to malaria research and contribute to scientific publications.
BiotechnologyInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Maintain accurate, daily records of experiments and results in electronic databases; make minor modifications or adaptations to established methods, procedures, and/or techniques to solve problems in the workplace
Calibrate and operate a variety of laboratory instruments
Prepare various media, stock supplies, and other reagents for use in the laboratory
Develop and maintain an electronic catalog of many rodent and human malaria parasites
Perform a variety of complex procedures involving various techniques in molecular biology related to malaria parasites and the mosquitoes which transmit them. Because these parasites are human pathogens, some of these procedures will require operating in a BSL2 environment
Prepare a study design for assessing monoclonal antibodies and vaccines in vitro and in vivo, perform the studies, and analyze the results from various complex laboratory procedures including ELISA, Western Blot, nucleic acid analysis, culture of malaria parasites, etc
Organize, manage, and analyze studies. This work will also involve development of new techniques and SOPs to conduct this assay
Write report(s) of findings, state methods and procedures, including any modifications employed, specimens and materials involved, and results of experiments
Write and contribute to preparation of scientific manuscripts for publication
Perform quality control of the laboratory including upkeep and routine maintenance of equipment upon government approval. Required to handle biological materials, infectious agents, biological wastes
Perform computer analysis of data and use computers and various specialized software programs to prepare data for publication
Present scientific discoveries at internal or outside academic meetings upon government approval
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
PhD, MD, or dual degree required in a related field
Minimum of ten (10) years of demonstrated experience working with human malarial parasites
Demonstrated knowledge of maintaining accurate and detailed records
Demonstrated knowledge of proper laboratory disposal methods and safety procedures
Demonstrated experience working in a laboratory environment at a BSL2 level
Ability to lift or carry less than 25 pounds, lift or carry 25 – 50 pounds, push or pull less than 25 pounds, push or pull 25 – 45 pounds, reach above shoulder level, and use both hands
Will be required to stand or walk more than 25 of 30 min
Must have depth perception, ability to distinguish basic colors, and perform repetitive activities
Ability to work alone and closely with others, work on shifts, and work with solvents
Will be required to be in contact with human blood or other body fluids
Will have contact with HIV-1, HIV-2, MMR viruses, and Varicella virus
Will work with aerosols, biological inhalants, corrosive substances, plastics, and solvents
Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, face shields/goggles, safety glasses, lab coat, and disposable dust/surgical mask
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for individuals and families
FSAs
HSA
Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Legal services
Voluntary hospital indemnity
Critical illness and accident insurances
EAP
Pet insurance
401(k) with employer match and Roth option
Tuition and professional reimbursement
Public transportation support in the DMV area
A referral bonus program
Vacation with tenure-based increases
PTO
11 paid holidays
Paid bonding leave
Paid supplemental short-term disability
Company
CAMRIS
CAMRIS is a military medicine, clinical and life sciences, and research and development firm with experience working in more than 110 countries.
51-200 employees
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Funding
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