Support Scientist

1 month ago


Frederick, Maryland, United States Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies Full time
Job Description

Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies is seeking a highly skilled Support Scientist to join our team at Fort Detrick, Maryland.

Responsibilities
  • Support scientific activities within the Molecular Virology and Microphysiological System's Group.
  • Plan, execute, and report scientific activities conducted in accordance with directives from the Group.
  • Conduct and independently lead research projects within the Group and outlined government program.
  • Perform laboratory techniques and hands-on skills in the area of microphysiological systems, including organ-chips, organoids, 3D-printed tissues, primary cells, and generation and handling of inducible pluripotent stem cells.
  • Maintain strong working knowledge on current molecular biology and virology techniques, including reverse genetics and genomics, organ/organoid on a chip system, viral life cycle surrogate systems, gene knock in/knock out, mechanisms of action, cloning and bacterial vector systems, enzymatic assays, and virology assays.
  • Write and edit SOPs, animal study protocols, study reports, manuscripts, and data summaries for assigned projects.
  • Generate master and working stocks of virus and other microbial agents as directed that are well documented and characterized.
  • Supervise more junior staff members in effectively conducting and troubleshooting assays, analyzing and reporting results.
Requirements
  • Minimum of a M.S. or higher degree in Virology or a related field from an accredited college or university.
  • Ability to obtain/maintain DOJ Security Risk Assessment (SRA) approval.
  • Must be willing to participate in periodic drug screening.
  • Must have the ability to obtain/maintain certification in Chemical Personnel Reliability Program and/or Biological Personnel Reliability Program.
  • Must have the ability to obtain/maintain CDC Select Agent Program approval.
  • Willingness to work under BSL BSL-4 conditions. Able to wear respiratory protection.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Minimum of two (2) years of applicable experience.
  • Previous laboratory experience including basic understanding of design, optimization, and implementation of quantitative PCR assays.
Clearance Requirements
  • Must either be a U.S Citizen or Permanent Resident/Green-Card Holder.
  • Individual must be able to meet the requirements for T3 level clearance.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are proud to state that we do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.


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