Research Analyst II
Apply Job ID 45576 Date posted 10/19/2026Job Family:
Research Analyst
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
Guidehouse is seeking a Research Analyst II to support research and development activities for a federal client. This role will support research involving microbiological and chemical contaminants, including laboratory analysis, sample collection, data analysis, and technical documentation.
- What You Will Do:
Support research and development activities, including laboratory and field-based research. - Collect, prepare, process, and analyze samples.
- Conduct laboratory testing and analyses, including propagation, and molecular detection and/or characterization of microorganisms.
- Document laboratory analyses, procedures, results, and observations.
- Draft project reports and manuscripts for publication.
What You Will Need:
- Bachelor’s degree in marine biology or a related field, such as molecular biology, microbiology, biology, or biochemistry with a Minimum (2)+ years of experience.
- Experience conducting laboratory testing and analysis.
- Experience collecting environmental samples from marine environments.
- Ability to document laboratory activities, analyze data, and support development of technical reports.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD Public Trust. Candidates must receive approved adjudication of their Public Trust prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active Public Trust or existing suitability are preferred.
- What Would Be Nice To Have:
FDA experience. - Experience extracting, purifying, and characterizing biological toxins.
- Experience propagating bacterial and eukaryotic microorganisms.
- Experience developing molecular assays to detect and/or identify bacterial species.
- Experience preparing RNA, DNA, and protein extractions for analyses.
- Experience performing molecular analyses using real-time PCR, Sanger sequencing, and/or next-generation sequencing
- Experience performing bioinformatics analysis of DNA sequence data.
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
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
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