Genomics Support Scientist

CAMRIS International • Bethesda, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Overview We are seeking a Genomics Support Scientist to support the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH), world renowned National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Bethesda, MD. Our NIAID professional, technical, and scientific support personnel are part of a preeminent team focused on positively impacting millions of lives around the world with groundbreaking research. Candidates will work at a prominent and vibrant NIAID worksite to directly support exciting ongoing research activities as a contractor team member. Accelerate your career and apply below to help us make a difference. CAMRIS International is a dynamic clinical research and international development firm that achieves innovative solutions to health and development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective programs and research management services. We combine our proven systems with today’s most effective, evidence-based best practices. Our core practice areas include: clinical research; vaccine research, microbiology and infectious disease research, development and production; biodefense; global health security; and HIV/AIDS programs. Our employees enjoy a collegial environment where individual contributions matter at all levels. At CAMRIS, you will notably improve the lives of people at home and abroad.

Requirements

• Minimum of a full 4-year course of study from an accredited college or university leading to a B.S. or higher degree that includes specialized training and research in molecular biology, virology, or genomics.
• Previous laboratory research experience (>3 years preferred).

Nice To Haves

• Genomics research experience preferred.
• Previous recent BSL-3 or BSL-4 experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide genomics support research services to support virology research, such as specialized technical skills focused on DNA/RNA extraction, purification, and analysis.
• Perform work with sequencing equipment and data analysis.
• Responsible for performing experimental tasks both within the biocontainment facility and in BSL-2 research laboratories.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of specimens, reagents, and supplies, and will also be responsible for laboratory inventory management, submitting purchase requests, managing laboratory resources, and maintaining appropriate laboratory research documentation (notebooks).
• Execute genomics and sequencing research as directed.
• Perform work on operating sequencing equipment including Illumina and Oxford Nanopore platforms.
• Perform work on genomics data analysis; bioinformatics.
• Maintain proper research documentation and data management.
• Maintain laboratory reagent and material inventories.
• Submit purchase requests.
• Assist with manuscript and report writing as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• CAMRIS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for individuals and families, FSAs, HSA, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, legal services, voluntary hospital indemnity, critical illness and accident insurances, EAP, pet insurance, 401(k) with employer match and Roth option, tuition and professional reimbursement, public transportation support in the DMV area, a referral bonus program, vacation with tenure-based increases, PTO, 11 paid holidays, paid bonding leave, and paid supplemental short-term disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees