Scientist

Guidehouse•Bethesda, MD

2d•$85,000 - $141,000

About The Position

What You Will Do: Perform dissections of laboratory mice, preparing tissues for single cell analysis, and cells for functional analysis using molecular, cellular, virologic and immunologic evaluations Perform cell culture of immune cells, preparing cells for single cell analysis, and for functional analysis using molecular, cellular, virologic and immunologic evaluations Perform genotyping and phenotyping of mouse models of human diseases or conditions Characterize protein-protein interactions involved in immune cell signaling Perform biochemical characterization of protein-protein interactions involved in immune cell signaling. Keep and maintain a clean and efficient working laboratory environment. Order and organize necessary supplies and reagents. Maintain laboratory notebooks with sufficient details for reproducing results and documenting progress to support intellectual property evaluations. Maintain laboratory safety. Maintain accurate sample tracking and data management. Perform problem solving, call technical support to fix problems, initiate service calls or repairs, and interact with field service engineers and field application specialists for repair and optimization of laboratory equipment. Advise and assist the Federal Task Leader and other lab staff in molecular physiologic techniques. Assist and perform lab projects independently. Discuss and report data in peer reviewed papers and with the Federal Task Leader and scientists.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Biology, Life Sciences or a related discipline.
Minimum of THREE (3) years of experience in immunology
Execute genotyping and phenotyping protocols for mouse models
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

Experience working in a laboratory environment
Experience and knowledge of maintaining accurate and detailed records, and knowledge of proper laboratory disposal methods and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

Perform dissections of laboratory mice, preparing tissues for single cell analysis, and cells for functional analysis using molecular, cellular, virologic and immunologic evaluations
Perform cell culture of immune cells, preparing cells for single cell analysis, and for functional analysis using molecular, cellular, virologic and immunologic evaluations
Perform genotyping and phenotyping of mouse models of human diseases or conditions
Characterize protein-protein interactions involved in immune cell signaling
Perform biochemical characterization of protein-protein interactions involved in immune cell signaling.
Keep and maintain a clean and efficient working laboratory environment.
Order and organize necessary supplies and reagents.
Maintain laboratory notebooks with sufficient details for reproducing results and documenting progress to support intellectual property evaluations.
Maintain laboratory safety.
Maintain accurate sample tracking and data management.
Perform problem solving, call technical support to fix problems, initiate service calls or repairs, and interact with field service engineers and field application specialists for repair and optimization of laboratory equipment.
Advise and assist the Federal Task Leader and other lab staff in molecular physiologic techniques.
Assist and perform lab projects independently.
Discuss and report data in peer reviewed papers and with the Federal Task Leader and scientists.

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