Molecular Virology Research Scientist

Title: Molecular Virology Research Scientist

Location: Frederick, MD

Status: Full Time

Travel: <10%

Salary Range: $70,000-$120,000

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.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Serve as a BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 mentor.
• Serve as the suite supervisor for up to five (5) BSL-2 laboratories. Shall prepare and participate in BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 laboratory inspections conducted by the Risk Management Office, Bio-surety, CDC, and/or the Department of Army Inspector General at a minimum of 4 times a year.
• Coordinate and collaborate with scientists within the Division and the Institute on in vivo and in vitro studies to evaluate medical countermeasures against infectious diseases. Support small animal studies in BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 laboratories, including the administration of anesthesia, vaccine inoculations, virus challenges, therapeutic treatments, health monitoring and documentation, necropsies and tissue collections, and blood and tissue processing. In vivo small animal studies range from up to ten (10) studies per year. Assist with analysis of study data. Study data shall be reported to the PI as required.
• Use cell culture techniques to perform in vitro testing of candidate vaccines and therapeutic compounds against a variety of viruses.
• Conduct studies to evaluate viral vaccines for immunogenicity by measuring cellular/humoral immune responses using ELISA, flow cytometry and other immunological techniques. Assist in the design of protective efficacy studies with appropriate animal models. Analyze and report study data to the PI as required.
• Perform basic and specialized molecular biology techniques including but not limited to: PCR, qRT-PCR, DNA preparations and purification, cloning, transformations, fluorescence in-situ Hybridization (FISH), flow cytometry, Western blot, IFAs, high content imaging, plaque assays, PRNTs, and other molecular biology techniques and other assays to support ongoing projects.
• Perform basic cell culture. Responsible for cryopreservation and thawing of cell lines.
• Present protocols and data generated at weekly virology meetings as required.
• Assess and maintain laboratory supplies in BSL-2, BSL-3 and BSL-4 laboratories. Shall assess supplies and ensure supplies are ordered or shall order supplies using GFEBS and/or DMLSS ordering system.
• Perform technical literature searches and assist in the preparation of proposals, technical reports, and manuscripts for publication each year. Contractor may be required to present work at approximately one Scientific Meeting per year which may require CONUS or OCONUS travel.
• Be responsible for the accountability, management, safeguard, and storage of BSAT, animal tissue samples, and working stock samples. Contractor shall ensure current records are maintained and communicated to the FSAP-registered PI as required.
• Assist with annual conduct of Equipment Inventory Management in BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4.
• Provide the TPOC a PI Technical Report NLT the last working day of each month.
• CS-PRP enrollment is required and shall be held and maintained IAW the provisions in this contract and all applicable regulations.
• BPRP enrollment is required and shall be held and maintained IAW the provisions in this contract and all applicable regulations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Master's degree with at least 2 years of related laboratory post-degree experience or PhD degree in Biomedical Science, Microbiology, or Virology.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a Secret clearance.
• Active Secret clearance preferred.
• Must be eligible to enroll in the BPRP and CS-PRP programs.
• 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:

This is not to be an exclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the person in this job. KIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIC considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran's status or any other legal protected status.

Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, Kikiktagruk Inupiat Corporation, may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to KIC Shareholders, and their Descendants.

Successful candidates must adhere to KIC's Drug and Alcohol policy/testing requirements and may be required to pass a background and/or Motor Vehicle Records check.

The salary range for this position is based on several factors, including relevant experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.