Biologist

LMR Technical Group (LMR) is seeking a Biologist.

Location: Baltimore, MD. Teleworking eligible.

Job Description:

Provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Institute on Aging. The primary objective is to
provide research services and deliverables through performance of support services for the Confocal Imaging Facility core of the NIA IRP.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides technical experience needed to assist in studying the basic principles of plant and animal life
  • Study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and function
  • Identify, classify, and study structure, behavior, ecology, physiology, nutrition, culture, and distribution of plant and animal species
  • Proficiency in Confocal Microscopy image acquisition and analysis 
  • Proficiency in Immunohistochemistry IHC and ICC and immunofluorescence IF techniques
  • Functional knowledge of super-resolution microscopy techniques
• Assists with performing basic laboratory experiments and procedures
  • Sample preparation for transmission electron microscopy (TEM); fixation, resin embedding, ultrathin sectioning, post staining,
    immunogold labeling and negative staining.
  • Preparation of solutions and chemicals
  • Troubleshooting and optimizing laboratory protocols and instrumentation.
  • User training and support.
• Prepares, organizes and maintains various lab samples, supplies, and equipment
  • Operate laboratory equipment to analyze samples
  • Analyze laboratory findings
  • Operation of the TEM and support equipment
  • Responsible for a clean and organized laboratory.
  • User training and support.
• Learns new laboratory techniques and procedures
  • Program and use computers to store, process, and analyze data
  • Interpret research or operational data.
  • Record research or operational data.
• Other
  • Pursue the research goals of the laboratory by conducting wet-lab works
  • Work with staff on performing various experiments and procedures
  • Harvest and collect mouse embryos, tissues and organs
  • Perform histological techniques, including tissue andor whole-mount in situhybridization and immunohistochemistry
  • Prepare and organize various lab samples
  • Conduct molecular biological analyses
  • Provide a broad range of technical assistance to laboratory members
  • Maintain laboratory supplies, equipment and experimental records
  • Provide support for ordering reagents and equipment required for the laboratory
• Deliverables
  • Work products and documents related to conducting wet-lab works including harvesting and collecting mouse embryos, tissues and organs; perform histological techniques; conduct various molecular biological analyses.
  • Monthly Work products and documents related to maintaining the laboratory’s supplies, equipment and experimental records. - Ad-Hoc
  • Clean Equipment - Weekly
  • Run Validation - Ad-Hoc
  • Inspect Equipment - Weekly
  • Meet with lab members to present updates - Ad-Hoc
  • Work products and documents related to training and supervising researchers in confocal microscopy - Bi-Weekly
• Other related duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Master's degree in biology or a related discipline.
• Strong communications skills, both oral and written.
• Proficiency in Confocal Light Microscopy.
• Must have 4 years demonstrated experience in a biological research setting with routine classic embedding and sample preparation techniques including ultramicrotomy for electron microscopy methods.
• Demonstrated 2-5 years of experience using Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEMs) or Transmission Electron microscopes (TEMs).
• Familiarity with automated imaging systems with either light or electron microscopes in a biological research laboratory.
• Experience with digital imaging of biological systems using light microscopy.
• Familiarity with workflow using 3D reconstruction software.
• Experience with MS Office Suite, FIJI-Image J - Zeiss Zen software.
• Must be able to use both hands, distinguish basic colors, and have depth perception.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with the National Institute of Health (NIH).
• Experience with cryo-fixation preparation techniques for cryo-electron microscopy is a plus.
• Experience with Focused Ion Beam – Scanning Electron Microscopy or other volumetric electron microscopy techniques is a plus.

*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LMR's Benefits Plan Includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

About LMR:

LMR is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business that supports technology development and provides comprehensive joint warfighter training by leveraging the skills, experience, and knowledge of its personnel.  Our team consists of personnel with diverse backgrounds.

LMR is an equal opportunity organization. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

LMR will not discriminate against persons because of their disability, including disabled veterans, and will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying and require special assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact our Human Resources department at hr@lmrtec.com.

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