Molecular Biology Senior Scientist

Goldbelt Incorporated • Fort Detrick, MD

85d • $110,000 - $173,000

About The Position

Goldbelt Apex, a part of the Healthcare Technology Transformation Group, is a data-focused company dedicated to process and quality in every aspect. As experts in healthcare IT, Apex is committed to building systems for healthcare organizations to seamlessly communicate and exchange data across different systems and devices. The Molecular Biology Senior Scientist designs and leads complex research programs on biological threat agents using systems biology, next-generation sequencing, and molecular assays to support medical countermeasure development. This role involves leading research within the Molecular Biology Division focusing on host-pathogen interactions, therapeutic targets, and high-containment systems biology studies.

Requirements

• Master's degree in molecular biology or related field.
• Minimum 6+ years in molecular biology or biomedical research.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance eligibility, with no access to classified information.
• Enroll in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP), if required.
• Deep knowledge of NGS, qPCR, and transcriptomic analysis.
• Scientific leadership and mentoring experience.
• Familiarity with high-containment (BSL-2/3/4) practices.
• Effective technical writing and publication record.
• Knowledgeable in a relevant field of the life sciences with experience in a research laboratory.
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in several areas and ability to conduct team-based research through publication of technical reports and/or peer-reviewed publications.
• Experience in the development of medical products for licensure by the FDA.
• Experience managing a research laboratory, including technicians and other junior scientists.

Nice To Haves

• ACTIVE SECRET security clearance is preferred.
• Ph.D. strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead experimental design and execution for molecular biology projects.
• Apply genomic, proteomic, and metabolomic technologies.
• Interpret data and guide junior staff in research methodologies.
• Collaborate with bioinformatics and translational teams.
• Present findings at internal and external scientific meetings.
• Execute assigned tasks and share findings with project team members.
• Perform a variety of complicated tasks.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Tax-deferred savings options
• Supplementary benefits
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Management of Companies and Enterprises
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees