Biologist

Job Family:

Biologist

Travel Required:

None

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

We are looking for a Biologist to provide support services to NIH NCI/CCR. This position is a full-time position located in Bethesda, Maryland.

• Devise highly specialized research procedures by applying knowledge of advanced research techniques and equipment.
• Design research studies by selecting appropriate methodology and procedures to meet experimental objectives.
• Search scientific literature for new methods and procedures for application and adaptation in experiments.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews and ensure research standards are upheld.
• Design and execute research projects involving myeloid cell differentiation, characterization, and function (e.g., macrophages, dendritic cells, monocytes, neutrophils).
• Perform laboratory techniques including flow cytometry, cell sorting, DNA/RNA isolation, gene expression analysis, RNA sequencing, and microbiome analysis.
• Conduct cell culture and support animal models for cancer and infectious disease research.
• Assist in basic laboratory experiments, maintain samples, supplies, and equipment, and learn new techniques.
• Calibrate and operate laboratory instruments and coordinate analysis and interpretation of experimental data.
• Prepare summaries, reports, manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations for scientific meetings and publications.
• Train laboratory staff on specialized procedures and equipment usage.
• Maintain laboratory inventory, monitor supplies, and ensure proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Enforce safe laboratory practices and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor and maintain laboratory equipment and coordinate maintenance activities.
• Incumbent capture, no other candidates were considered due to incumbent candidate identified. They meet the labor category requirements provided by the customer.

What You Will Need:

• Master’s degree in Biology or a related field.
• A minimum of TEN (10) years of experience in an immunology-related field.
• Strong experience with immunology research, including mouse models for cancer, inflammation, and infectious diseases.
• Demonstrated expertise in molecular biology techniques including RNA sequencing, RT-qPCR, and library preparation.
• Experience with flow cytometry, cell isolation, and immune population analysis.
• Familiarity with small RNA profiling, ChIP-Seq technology, and data analysis.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD “public trust”; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• PhD in Biology, Life Sciences, or related discipline.
• Experience with bioinformatics and statistical software tools.
• Experience using FlowJo, GraphPad, and QuPath software.
• Familiarity with imaging hardware and experimental imaging software.
• Experience working with toxoplasma gondii infection models and cyst isolation techniques.
• Prior experience supporting multi-disciplinary research teams in a federal or academic laboratory setting.

The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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