Research Associate, Clinical Chemistry

Guidehouse

102d • $65,000 - $108,000

About The Position

We are currently searching for a Research Associate with specialized pathology expertise to provide support to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This is a full-time, on-site opportunity based in Bethesda, MD.

Requirements

• Medical degree (MD, DO, M.B. Ch.B., or equivalent) from a medical school, with completion of specialty training in Chemical Pathology or equivalent.
• Minimum of FIVE (5) years of combined postgraduate training and professional practice in Chemical Pathology, including at least TWO (2) years of direct experience with clinical chemistry laboratory testing (e.g., General Chemistry, Immunoassay, Special Chemistry).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, both oral and written.
• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD 'PUBLIC TRUST'; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.
• Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced certification, or eligibility to be certified, as FCPath, FRCPath or equivalent, preferred.
• Experience in a public health or national reference laboratory setting, with demonstrated ability to support large-scale diagnostic services and population health initiatives, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and manage components of high-complexity clinical laboratory testing and operations in support of patient care and research protocols.
• Evaluate specimen acceptability, interpret test results, and resolve analytical or technical problems.
• Provide consultative support to NIH clinical teams during call rotations regarding test selection, method limitations, and resolution of complex laboratory issues.
• Review and sign-out protein electrophoresis and immunofixation results, under supervision, to ensure accurate and timely reporting for patient management.
• Perform quality control (QC), quality assurance (QA), and quality improvement (QI) procedures in accordance with CAP/CLIA requirements.
• Contribute to laboratory management activities including method development and validation, instrument evaluation, and establishment of reference intervals.
• Provide oversight of laboratory operations when assigned acting section director responsibilities.
• Review QC data and monitor daily operations to ensure uninterrupted clinical service.
• Design, conduct, and support translational research projects supporting NIH clinical studies and protocol development.
• Present research and clinical findings at departmental conferences, call report meetings, and national scientific meetings.
• Participate in weekly didactic sessions, journal clubs, and clinical case reviews; provide education to technologists, students, and rotating residents.
• Collaborate with external partner laboratories (Johns Hopkins and Children’s National) to gain expertise in pediatric, emergency, and molecular diagnostics.

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Care.com annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees