Biologist
CAMRIS

Job Info

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Overview

We are seeking a Biologist to support the National Institutes of Health's National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Bethesda, MD. Our NIAID professional, technical, and scientific support personnel are part of a team focused on positively impacting millions of lives around the world. Candidates will work at a diverse and vibrant NIAID worksite to directly support ongoing research activities as a contractor team member. Take the next big step in your career and apply below to help us make a difference.

CAMRIS International is a dynamic clinical research and international development firm that achieves innovative solutions to health and development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective programs and research management services. We combine our proven systems with today's most effective, evidence-based best practices. Our core practice areas include: clinical research; vaccine research, microbiology and infectious disease research, development and production; biodefense; global health security; and HIV/AIDS programs.

Our employees enjoy a diverse, collegial environment where individual contributions matter at all levels. At CAMRIS, you will notably improve the lives of people at home and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Perform blotting techniques such as dot/slot and western blots; agarose and acrylamide gel electrophoresis procedures; high-throughput epitope-screening and characterization assays such as Octet biolayer interferometry; flow cytometry techniques and analysis techniques; immunological assays such as neutralization and ELISA assays.
• Develop fast high-throughput residual DNA analytical procedures utilizing automations.
• Perform physical chemical analysis including colorimetric content analysis, purity /impurity /affinity chromatography analysis, such as UPLC, GXII, CGE etc. and enabling characterization analysis such as mass spectrometry and others.
• Conduct or participate in projects within a specific area or field.
• Make observations, analyze data, and interpret results.
• Contribute to the preparation of manuscripts.
• Apply and interpret basic scientific or engineering principles, theories, concepts, and protocols in a limited area or field.
• Develop solutions to problems within job scope where precedents exist.
• Present findings at internal meetings. Begin preparing precise technical reports summaries, protocols, quantitative analyses, and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Present findings at internal meetings and/or contribute to the preparation of manuscripts and patent applications.
• Fully utilize and apply standard principles, theories, concepts and techniques in a limited area or field.

Qualifications

• PhD in biochemistry, analytical chemistry or related discipline; BS 5+ years; MS 3+ years in a science related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of related experience.
• Experience with blotting techniques such as dot/sot and western blots.
• Experience with flow cytometry techniques, immunological assays (neutralization and ELISA).
• Experience in performing physical chemical analysis.
• Ability to a pply and interpret basic scientific or engineering principles, theories, concepts, and protocols.

CAMRIS International LLC offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.CAMRIS.com . CAMRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by any applicable federal, state, or local law.

Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Public Trust-level background check, a requirement for this position under an active federal contract. The background check process may include, but is not limited to the following: (1) contacting your professional references; (2) verification of previous employment, education and credentials; (3) a criminal background check; (4) use/abuse of federally-controlled substances; and (5) a department of motor vehicle check. Candidates must be prepared to fully-complete any required background check questionnaire during initial onboarding.

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