Research Scientist

Guidehouse•Bethesda, MD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently searching for a Research Scientist to provide support to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for a short-term engagement through March 2027. This role involves supporting laboratory research focused on scavenger receptors, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) binding, lipid metabolism, infection, inflammation, and atherosclerosis using animal models and related experimental systems. The scientist will plan, design, execute, and analyze research experiments, perform hands-on laboratory techniques, analyze and interpret scientific data, prepare scientific work products, present research findings, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments, manage laboratory resources, support laboratory readiness, and mentor junior staff.

Requirements

Ph.D. degree with a minimum of eight (8) years of research experience
Demonstrated experience with cell culture techniques, DNA/RNA extraction, ELISA, and scavenger receptors required.
Experience translating scientific and clinical data into publications, presenting findings at scientific forums, and supporting training.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD “public trust”; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.

Nice To Haves

Preferred fields of study: Biology, Biological Science, or related scientific discipline.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills
Experience working in a clinical or federal research setting, preferred.
Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.

Responsibilities

Support laboratory research focused on scavenger receptors, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) binding, lipid metabolism, infection, inflammation, and atherosclerosis using animal models and related experimental systems.
Plan, design, execute, and analyze research experiments that advance laboratory methods, protocols, and scientific discovery.
Perform hands-on laboratory techniques, including cell culture, competition binding experiments, RNA/DNA extraction, reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR), radiotracer and fluorescent probe labeling, radioimmunoassay, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), fluorescent cellular uptake studies, and isolation of lipid particles and apolipoproteins.
Analyze, interpret, and manage scientific data; maintain electronic laboratory notebooks and experiment databases.
Prepare protocols, technical reports, abstracts, posters, manuscripts, presentations, and other scientific work products.
Present research findings in laboratory meetings, scientific meetings, and other professional forums.
Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment; train staff on proper equipment use and research methods.
Manage reagents, frozen cell stocks, animal samples, supplies, and other laboratory resources; coordinate supply purchases and maintenance needs for Government approval.
Support laboratory readiness, organization, cleanliness, and compliance with established procedures.
Mentor junior scientists, fellows, technicians, and other laboratory staff in research techniques, instrumentation, data analysis, and protocol execution.

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