Research Associate I

2 months ago

Frederick, Maryland, United States Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research Full time

Research Associate I

Job ID: req4028
Employee Type: exempt full-time
Division: AIDS & Cancer Virus Program
Facility: Frederick: Ft Detrick
Location: PO Box B, Frederick, MD 21702 USA

The Frederick National Laboratory is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and first-in-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious diseases.

Accountability, Compassion, Collaboration, Dedication, Integrity and Versatility; it's the FNL way.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The AIDS and Cancer Virus Program (ACVP) is an integrated, multidisciplinary program that pursues basic and applied studies aimed at improving our understanding of AIDS-associated viruses, including studies intended to facilitate the improved diagnosis, prevention and treatment of HIV infection and AIDS, and AIDS related tumors, particularly those associated with other viruses such as KSHV. The Program consists of several independent but highly interactive research Sections headed by Principal Investigators, whose work spans from fundamental molecular virology through in vitro studies, to in vivo studies in non-human primate (NHP) models, to international viral epidemiology. The ACVP also has multiple Research Support Core Groups (Cores) that provide critical and often unique technical support capabilities to ACVP laboratories and other laboratories within the NCI and NIH, and to extramural investigators.

KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for a Research Associate I to join our dynamic, interactive, multidisciplinary research team studying the establishment, maintenance, and consequences of persistent HIV-1 infection and evaluating novel HIV-1 treatment and prevention approaches.

The successful candidate will be able to work well in a small team environment, consistently follow detailed protocols and instructions, and keep careful records. Specific duties will include:

After an initial training period, work independently in a laboratory setting
Mammalian cell culture, including culturing cells producing or infected with replication-competent SIV, HIV, or related viruses.
Handling blood- and tissue-derived nonhuman primate specimens from animals infected with SIV, SHIV, or stHIV
Nucleic acid extractions and quantitative PCR-based analyses on nonhuman primate blood- and tissue-specimens
Molecular cloning, site-directed mutagenesis, and other molecular biology techniques
Flow cytometry assay specimen preparation and data acquisition
Support detailed data analysis
Maintain laboratory supplies and order as needed
Maintain detailed laboratory notes and sample inventories
Other duties as assigned

**THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING APPROVAL**

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

Possession of Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university according to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or four (4) years relevant experience in lieu of degree. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency.In addition to the education requirement, a minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience.Ability to independently carry out experimental procedures and perform troubleshooting to ensure the timely completion of overall project goals.Competent with computer operations including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.This is an onsite position working in Frederick, Maryland.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

Prior experience performing mammalian cell culture.
Prior experience performing nucleic acid extractions, PCR-based techniques, and/or other molecular biology techniques.
Prior experience staining samples and/or acquiring flow cytometry data.
Prior experience working with specimens containing infectious HIV/SIV or other infectious agents that are handled under Biosafety Level 2 biocontainment.
Prior experience working with specimens derived from nonhuman primates and/or humans.

JOB HAZARDS
This position is subject to working with or have potential for exposure to animal(s) and/or animal material(s).
This position is subject to working with or have potential for exposure to infectious material, requiring medical clearance and immunizations.
Commitment to Diversity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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