Viral Pathogenesis Lead Scientist

Title: Viral Pathogenesis Lead Scientist

Location: On Site, Frederick, MD

Status: Full Time

Travel: 5-10%

Salary Range: $80,000-$125,000

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 Virology Division conducts basic and applied research in molecular virology, biochemistry, cell biology, immunology, arbovirology, viral virulence factor determinations, and viral strain diversity characterizations along with the associated effects on pathogenicity. Studies the natural history of human and animal disease along with disease pathogenesis in animal models to support FDA "animal efficacy rule" licensure requirements, participate in the early development of MCM vaccine, drug, and biologicals, and develops novel viral vaccine vectors and molecular vaccine delivery methods.

The Viral Pathogenesis Lead Scientist will conduct basic and applied research on current and emerging viral threats in support of the BD and Infectious Disease Program. The Lead Investigator may work in BSL-2, BSL-3 and BSL-4 laboratories therefore they must hold and maintain BPRP status. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepare BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 labs for Safety, Bio-surety, CDC, and Department of Army Inspector General inspections minimum 4 times a year. 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. Should submit a minimum of three proposals for prospective funding opportunities per year to the institute's portfolio management committee or equivalent for
• Assist to establish and coordinate extramural collaborations and contracts to augment the research program he or she directs. Amount of funding per year will vary depending on current mission requirements and USAMRIID's available
• 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 is approximately 10-15 moderate studies per year, rodent studies range from 25-40 studies per year, and in vitro could be multiple studies in support of each in vivo study. Ex vivo studies are averaging at less than five studies per year using innovative
• 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
• 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
• Provide the TPOC a PI Technical Report NLT the last working day of each

Minimum Requirements:

• Masters Degree or higher in Virology, Immunology, Biology or related field.
• 7 years of experience in in vivo, in vitro, and ex vivo studies to evaluate medical countermeasures against infectious diseases
• Experience sourcing and applying for research funding
• Experience in BSL-2 laboratory or higher
• CS-PRP enrollment is required and will be held and maintained IAW the provisions in this contract and all applicable
• 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, family responsibility, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran's status, gender identity, 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. We aim to provide a fair and equitable salary, that remains competitive within the industry.

Salary : $80,000 - $125,000