Immunology Staff Scientist

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

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in designing, conducting, and analyzing complex experiments with the goal of characterizing the immune response to 1) bacterial pathogens, 2) medical-countermeasures designed to combat threat-specific disease, and 3) medical countermeasures designed to combat threat-agnostic disease.
• Attend and present at research findings/presentations at lab meetings and; and attend scientific meetings or symposia , as required.
• Complete quarterly reports and annual progress report,as requested.
• Prepare/assist in preparing multiple manuscripts for publication.
• Use a computer to analyze data, prepare graphs, compute statistics, and write lab notes and reports.
• Conduct animal experiments to better understand bacterial pathogenesis and the host immune response and design vaccines and therapeutics.
• Perform assays.
• Perform Luminex/Magpix assays. Run ELISAs
• Plan and assist in animal experiments
• Analyze approximately animal immune profiles (e.g., flowcytometry, in vitro stimulation assays, etc.).
• Prepare BSL-2 and BSL-3 labs for Safety, Biosurety and CDC inspections
• Assist in animal protocols conducted by other investigators.
• Complete bacterial opsonization assays to evaluate experimental vaccines.
• Conduct Equipment Inventory Management in BSL-2 and BSL-3.
• Perform monthly Laboratory Management to include safety functions and chemical inventory.
• Provide Immunological Scientific Support.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Ph.D. in related field with demonstrable research experience in the fields of immunology or vaccinology.
• Training on the use of small and large animal models
  
  

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Prior experience working within a BSL 3-4 facility (preferred)
• Prior publication experience
  
  

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

• U.S. Citizen
• Must pass a NACI background check
• Must be eligible to participate in the BPRP and CS-PRP program.
• Must be able to work in a BSL-3 laboratory.
  
  

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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