Viral Pathogenesis Lead Scientist

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) has a Potential need for a Viral Pathogenesis Lead Scientist to support our government customer located in Frederick, MD at Fort Detrick.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 labs for Safety, Bio-surety, CDC, and Department of Army Inspector General inspections. Use laboratory experience and expertise to provide training, perform suite supervisor duties and participate in laboratory containment working group(s) as needed to help ensure the labs, lab personnel and procedures performed in the laboratory meet the applicable standards and regulations.
• Seek funding from DTRA and other funding agencies in collaboration with the Government and USAMRIID to further the research portfolio of the Division and USAMRIID. Submit a minimum of three proposals for prospective funding opportunities per year to the institute’s portfolio management committee or equivalent for consideration.
• Assist to establish and coordinate extramural collaborations and contracts to augment the research program he or she directs.
• Coordinate and collaborate with scientists within the Division and the Institute on in vivo, in vitro, and ex vivo studies to evaluate medical countermeasures against infectious diseases. In vivo studies with non- human primates, rodent, and in vitro could be multiple studies in support of each in vivo study.
• Prepare technical reports as required by the institute or the funding agency and at least one manuscript for publication each year. They should present work at Scientific Meetings each year, if required, which may require CONCUS and OCONUS travel.
• Conduct scientific reviews on peer proposals in preparation for submission to the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).
• Develop or conduct annual reviews on SOPs on file for the Virology Division.
• Provide a PI Technical Report each month.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Doctorate level degree in microbiology or virology from an accredited college or university with 4 years specialized training and research in a BSL-4 facility

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Ability to work in a BSL-4 setting and demonstrated understanding of fundamental training procedures and processes required to gain and maintain access to BSL-4 restricted spaces.
• Strong publication record.
• Demonstrated track record showing use of effective interpersonal skills to achieve research goals in a highly matrixed team-oriented environment.
• Must have professional experience in the field of animal virology, pathogenesis, or molecular biology.
• Ability to obtain/maintain DoJ Security Risk Assessment (SRA) approval.
• Must be willing to participate in periodic drug screening.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with viral Select Agents is highly desired.
• Good Laboratory Practice experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Basic understanding of laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
• Demonstrate interpersonal, oral and written communication, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate ability to ability to work independently, design experiments, and analyze data.

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

• U.S. Citizen
• Must pass NACI background check.
• Must be willing to work in a BSL 3/4 laboratory.
• Must be eligible to enroll in the BPRP and CS-PRP programs.

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible full-time employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are proud to state that we do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees.

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kūpono Government Services, and Kāpili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kīkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com

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