Vaccine Immunology Program (VIP) Scientist

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What You Will Do:
We are seeking a Scientist to support the Vaccine Immunology Program (VIP) to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). This is a full-time on-site opportunity in Gaithersburg MD.

• Perform common laboratory duties such as reagent ordering instrument care and inventory maintenance.
• Locate and review literature pertinent to projects and identify/modify the most applicable protocols and methods for experiments.
• Contribute to the development of new single-cell next-generation sequencing analyses and workflows.
• Establish and optimize flow cytometry panels for sorting immune cell populations of interest.
• Isolate and stain lymphocytes from blood or tissue for flow cytometry.
• Manage scientific equipment and resources including acquisition documentation and storage for items such as reagents stocks of frozen cells animal samples etc.
• Participate in project and laboratory meetings.
• Troubleshoot assays and adjust scientific methodology to correct problems or deficiencies in a research project experiment or trial.
• Develop and maintain collegial collaborative relationships with colleagues in the Vaccine Research Center (VRC) research groups.

What You Will Need:

• Masters degree in biology with TWO (2) years of experience OR bachelors degree in biology with FOUR (4) years of experience in lieu of masters degree.
• Minimum TWO (2) years of experience must be directly related to flow cytometry.
• Knowledgeable in the discipline of viral and vaccine immunology.
• Understanding of the laws regulations policies guidelines and ethical standards governing research.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• 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:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate detailed records.
• Ability to multi-task in a high-volume fast-paced work environment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of proper laboratory disposal methods and safety procedures.

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

• 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

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