Research Associate I

3 weeks ago

Silver Spring, United States Henry M. Jackson Foundation Full time

Overview

Join the HJF Team

HJF is seeking a Research Associate I whose work will involve performance of a variety of laboratory tasks related to understanding the enteric pathogens Campylobacter jejuni and Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli. The Research Associate I will perform technical work involving a variety of immunological assays and other laboratory support duties. These may include data acquisition, data analysis and assist in the interpretation of data. This position will be in support of the Operationally Relevant Infections Department, specifically in the Deployment Associated Infections Division.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

Responsibilities

* Performs immunological assays, including ELISA and flow cytometry.
* Handles small animals in a BSL-2 environment.
* Plans, conducts, and completes investigations under supervision.
* Assists with the writing and editing of experimental results for publication in technical and peer-reviewed journals.
* Performs routine data analysis and verifies and corrects data entry.
* Maintains records and documentation regarding assigned research.
* Documents current or new procedures or protocols for sample selection, data collection, data processing, and/or statistical estimation.
* May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

* Master's Degree required, preferable in Biology, Immunology, or any Life Science field.
* Minimum of 0-2 years' experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Knowledge of basic immunological laboratory procedures.
* Experience working with bacteria such as E. Coli and C. Jejuni is prefered.
* Ability to meet deadlines of projects.
* Good communication and critical thinking skills.
* Animal handling experience strongly preferred.
* Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.
* This position requires you to have lived in the US for three out of the past five years.

Work Environment

* This position will take place primarily in a laboratory setting.

Some HJF employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination or an approved religious or medical accommodation will be required

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer

  • Research Associate I

    1 month ago

    Silver Spring, Maryland, United States tapwage Full time

    OverviewJoin the HJF TeamHJF is seeking a Research Associate I who is responsible for breeding, maintaining and genotyping humanized mouse colonies and development of human monoclonal antibodies against infectious diseases. Perform molecular biology experiments involving but not limited to nucleic acid purification, PCR, ligation, sequencing, primer design...

  • Research Assistant I

    1 week ago

    Silver Spring, United States Parsons Full time

    In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next,...

  • Research Assistant I

    1 week ago

    Silver Spring, United States Parsons Commercial Technology Group Inc. Full time

    In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next,...

  • Research Assistant I

    1 week ago

    Silver Spring, United States Parsons Corporation Full time

    In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next,...

  • Research Assistant I

    3 days ago

    Silver Spring, United States Parsons Corporation Full time

    In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your...

  • Research Assistant I

    1 month ago

    Silver Spring, United States The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine Full time

    Overview: **Join the HJF Team!** HJF is seeking a **Research Assistant I **to perform research, and/or method development in collaboration with others for projects. Provides laboratory and technical support to senior technical and professional staff. Solves less complex problems in carrying out research projects in a laboratory environment. Conducts...

  • Bioinformatics Scientist I

    1 week ago

    Silver Spring, United States Cherokee Federal Full time

    **Scientist I- Bioinformatics **Compensation & Benefits**: Estimated Starting Salary Range for **Scientist I- Bioinformatics**: $75k-82k Pay commensurate with experience. **Scientist I- Bioinformatics Responsibilities Include**: - Effectively interprets and analyzes data for bioinformatics leadership. - Provides comprehensive project reports on a timely...

  • Lead Clinical Research Coordinator

    4 days ago

    Silver Spring, United States Children's National Hospital Full time

    The Lead Clinical Research Coordinator independently leads and oversees day-to-day operations of clinical research studies conducted by a principal investigator with minimal supervision. This individual will develop a progressive functional knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Office of Human Research Protections (OHRP) regulations and Food and Drug...

  • Lead Clinical Research Coordinator

    4 days ago

    Silver Spring, United States Children's National Medical Center Full time

    The Lead Clinical Research Coordinator independently leads and oversees day-to-day operations of clinical research studies conducted by a principal investigator with minimal supervision. This individual will develop a progressive functional knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Office of Human Research Protections (OHRP) regulations and Food and Drug...

  • Lead Clinical Research Coordinator

    5 days ago

    Silver Spring, United States Children's National Hospital Full time

    The Lead Clinical Research Coordinator independently leads and oversees day-to-day operations of clinical research studies conducted by a principal investigator with minimal supervision. This individual will develop a progressive functional knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Office of Human Research Protections (OHRP) regulations and Food and Drug...

  • Artificial Intelligence Researcher

    2 weeks ago

    Silver Spring, United States ETAJ Engineering Solutions Full time

    We are hiring a "Senior Artificial Intelligence Planning Research Scientist" on a full-time basis with a strong interest (and ideally a track record) in cybersecurity research and development. You’ll work on applied research programs to conceive and develop prototypes to solve cutting-edge, complex problems. Requires experience of 8 years with BS/BA, 6...

  • Artificial Intelligence Researcher

    2 weeks ago

    Silver Spring, United States ETAJ Engineering Solutions Full time

    We are hiring a "Senior Artificial Intelligence Planning Research Scientist" on a full-time basis with a strong interest (and ideally a track record) in cybersecurity research and development. You’ll work on applied research programs to conceive and develop prototypes to solve cutting-edge, complex problems. Requires experience of 8 years with BS/BA, 6...

  • Artificial Intelligence Researcher

    6 hours ago

    Silver Spring, United States ETAJ Engineering Solutions Full time

    We are hiring a "Senior Artificial Intelligence Planning Research Scientist" on a full-time basis with a strong interest (and ideally a track record) in cybersecurity research and development. You’ll work on applied research programs to conceive and develop prototypes to solve cutting-edge, complex problems. Requires experience of 8 years with BS/BA, 6...

  • Research Scientist

    4 days ago

    Silver Spring, United States CICONIX, LLC Full time

    DescriptionKey Elements:Strong statistics skills (SPSS preferred, R good as well)Background in manuscript/grant writingExperience conducting research in neurological/neurodegenerative areas required (traumatic brain injury exposure preferred) CICONIX has an exciting new opportunity for Research Scientist to support the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of...

  • Clinical Research Coordinator II

    4 days ago

    Silver Spring, United States Alakaina Family of Companies Full time

    The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is looking for a Clinical Research Coordinator II to work with our government customer in Silver Spring, Maryland. DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The candidate shall ensure ongoing research is conducted in accordance with existing regulations, policies and procedures, and provide training, as...

  • Scientist I

    4 days ago

    Silver Spring, United States Henry M. Jackson Foundation Full time

    Overview Join the HJF Team! HJF is seeking a Scientist I to support the Enroute and Critical Care Department (ECD), within the Operational and Undersea Medicine Directorate (OUMD), located at the Naval Medical Research Command (NMRC). We are looking for someone with a strong background in trauma and/or orthopaedics and has familiarity with small animal...

  • Neurotherapeutics and Medical Device Research Scientist

    4 days ago

    Silver Spring, United States Alakaina Family of Companies Full time

    The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) has a need for a Research Scientist to support Neurotherapeutics and Medical Device Research for our government customer located in Silver Spring, MD. DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES: * Areas of research to include but are not limited to: * Kinetic and non-kinetic TBI * Injury biomechanics * Cellular...

  • Family Law Associate Attorney

    1 month ago

    Silver Spring, United States The Ford Agency Full time

    The Ford Agency is currently recruiting for a talented Associate for a boutique firm in Montgomery County specializing in Family and Estate Planning. This is a terrific role for an up and coming associate with 2+ years of experience with a passion for representing clients in the courtroom whose looking for a supporting firm to grow their career with. The...

  • Family Law Associate Attorney

    1 month ago

    Silver Spring, United States The Ford Agency Full time

    The Ford Agency is currently recruiting for a talented Associate for a boutique firm in Montgomery County specializing in Family and Estate Planning. This is a terrific role for an up and coming associate with 2+ years of experience with a passion for representing clients in the courtroom whose looking for a supporting firm to grow their career with. The...

  • Family Law Associate Attorney

    1 month ago

    Silver Spring, United States The Ford Agency Full time

    The Ford Agency is currently recruiting for a talented Associate for a boutique firm in Montgomery County specializing in Family and Estate Planning. This is a terrific role for an up and coming associate with 2+ years of experience with a passion for representing clients in the courtroom whose looking for a supporting firm to grow their career with. The...