Research Analyst III

Guidehouse•Bethesda, MD

5d•$85,000 - $141,000

About The Position

Guidehouse is seeking a Research Analyst III to support research and development activities for a federal client. The role focuses on research involving microbiological and chemical contaminants, including laboratory analysis, method development and validation, data analysis, and technical documentation. The work includes laboratory- and field-based research, sample handling and analysis, pathogen identification methods, and preparation of project reports and manuscripts for publication. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD Public Trust, with approved adjudication required before onboarding.

Requirements

Master’s degree in biology or a related field (such as biological science, microbiology, molecular biology, or biomedical sciences) and at least 3 years of experience, or a bachelor’s degree in one of these fields and at least 6 years of experience.
Experience conducting laboratory testing and analysis.
Ability to document laboratory activities, analyze data, and support development of technical reports.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD Public Trust; approved adjudication is required before onboarding.

Nice To Haves

Active Public Trust or existing suitability.
Experience analyzing food and environmental samples for extraction and detection of viral pathogens.
Experience using real-time PCR instrumentation.
Experience extracting RNA/DNA from samples.
Experience performing molecular analyses.
Experience applying aseptic techniques when performing molecular-based methods.
FDA experience.

Responsibilities

Support research and development activities, including laboratory and field-based research.
Collect, prepare, process, and analyze samples.
Conduct laboratory testing and analyses, including molecular detection and/or characterization of viruses and other microorganisms.
Develop, optimize, and/or validate methods for identifying pathogens.
Document laboratory analyses, procedures, results, and observations.
Prepare project reports and manuscripts for publication.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance.
Personal and family sick time and company-paid holidays.
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus.
Parental leave and adoption assistance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Basic life and supplemental life insurance.
Health Savings Account and dental/vision and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Student loan paydown.
Tuition reimbursement, personal development, and learning opportunities.
Skills development and certifications.
Employee referral program.
Corporate-sponsored events and community outreach.
Emergency backup childcare program.
Mobility stipend.
Flexible benefits package.