Automation And Assay Research Scientist

Title: Automation And Assay Research Scientist

Location: On Site, Frederick, MD

Status: Full Time

Travel: >5%

Salary Range: $75,000-$115,000

Position Summary:

USAMRIID, located at Fort Detrick, Maryland, works closely with other U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command (USAMRDC) organizations, Department of Defense (DoD), the Interagency (including Interagency Laboratories), and private companies to accomplish its mission of protecting the Warfighter from biological threats and being prepared to investigate disease outbreaks or threats to public health. This includes conducting Research, Development, Testing, & Evaluation (RDTE) of medical countermeasure against biological threats and the safety, quality assurance, project management, and core support required for these research activities.

The Molecular Biology Division works to combat biological threats and weapons of mass destruction by developing high-throughput sequencing and protein profiling to identify emerging pathogens. It also evaluates and improves medical countermeasures, follows the DoD's roadmap for their development, and ensures their ethical use, including FDA approval. The Division also explores expanding indications and combinations with existing countermeasures.

The Automation And Assay Research Scientist shall provide Robotic Liquid Handling Automation support for research efforts of the TDC. Support will be required mainly in BSL-2 environment with subsequent potential support in BSL-3, and BSL-4 environments. Scientist will conduct basic and applied research on current and emerging threats in support of the BD and infectious disease program. They shall aid in the execution of scientific studies-throughput screening assays, enzymatic assays, collection/data analysis, maintain the laboratory and respective laboratory equipment. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development, execution, and evaluation of high-throughput in vitro screening projects for the antibacterial, anti-viral, and anti-toxin therapeutic areas and assist in the development of novel assays/methods for various programs. Will assist in screening of molecular compound libraries for therapeutic efficacy to support MCM
• Proficient in using automated liquid handling systems such as Beckman Biomek, Perkin Elmer Janus, Viaflo, Viafill, Multi-drop Combi and HP dispensers and be familiar with handling of therapeutic small molecules and compound management. Perform compound treatment to evaluate therapeutic small molecules for enzymatic/ antibacterial/ antiviral/antitoxin activity. In vitro assays include enzymatic assays, cell-based phenotypic and reporter assays, Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) and plaque assays.
• Required to write new Work-flows associated with the automation instruments in support of any new high-throughput screening assay and may include combination studies and similar. Assist in data analysis using Spotfire and
• Perform basic molecular biology techniques to support creation of novel cell or enzymatic based assays for evaluation of MCM and shall have experience in setting up in vitro enzymatic assays such as kinases, proteases and
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, standard operating procedures, and manuscripts relating to their research efforts. May be expected to present research findings at one scientific conference per year. Present results in written and oral format publicly and internally as
• Responsible for assessing and maintaining all the robotic instruments and associated laboratory supplies. Will assess supplies and ensure supply orders are coordinated with Division resources. Will ensure that all assigned laboratory space is orderly and compliant with all applicable regulatory guidance.
• Prepare and provide TPOC a Therapeutic Screening Scientific Research Technical progress report NLT the last day of each month.

Minimum Requirements:

• Masters degree or higher in molecular biology or related field
• 3 years of experience in in-vitro assays
• Proficient in using automated liquid handling systems such as Beckman Biomek, Perkin Elmer Janus, Viaflo, Viafill, Multi-drop Combi and HP dispensers
• Experience in BSL-2 laboratory or higher
• Active BPRP and/or CS-PRP status preferred

Work Environment:

• Laboratory environment

Physical Demands:

• May lift up to 25lbs

Benefits:

KIC offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible full-time employees including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401k with Match, Life and ADD Coverage, Short and Long Term Disability, Paid Time Off and Holidays, Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Discount Program, and more!

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Disclaimer:

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The salary range for this position is based on several factors, including relevant experience, education, skills, and current market conditions. We aim to provide a fair and equitable salary, that remains competitive within the industry.

Salary : $75,000 - $115,000