Scientist

Guidehouse•Bethesda, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently searching for Scientist to provide independently provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD Design and conduct experiments and studies that require the application of a broad professional knowledge of scientific theories and principles. Design and conduct independent experiments to complete separate previously initiated study using multi-electrode recording. Perform electrophysiological recordings in association with ongoing studies to understand sensory coding and neural plasticity in the mammalian olfactory bulb. Perform both slice recordings and in vivo whole animal recordings. Perform electrical recordings in response to optogenetic induced light simulation. Maintain and update laboratory notebooks and databases Complete the data analysis associated with multi-electrode project Organize data from study and assemble them in figure format appropriate for publication. Prepare summaries, reports and presentations. Train and provide support to staff on multi-electrode recording methods. The identified candidate meets the labor category requirements provided by the customer; no additional candidates were considered.

Requirements

PhD Degree
Minimum ten (10) years of biological research experience.
Knowledge of advanced research techniques.
Named as author or contributor on multiple peer-reviewed journal articles.
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

NIH experience desired
Knowledgeable in MS Office
Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.

Responsibilities

Design and conduct experiments and studies that require the application of a broad professional knowledge of scientific theories and principles.
Design and conduct independent experiments to complete separate previously initiated study using multi-electrode recording.
Perform electrophysiological recordings in association with ongoing studies to understand sensory coding and neural plasticity in the mammalian olfactory bulb.
Perform both slice recordings and in vivo whole animal recordings.
Perform electrical recordings in response to optogenetic induced light simulation.
Maintain and update laboratory notebooks and databases.
Complete the data analysis associated with multi-electrode project.
Organize data from study and assemble them in figure format appropriate for publication.
Prepare summaries, reports and presentations.
Train and provide support to staff on multi-electrode recording methods.

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.)