Associate Scientist

Dovel Technologies, Inc; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Transit Benefits

Job summary

Dovel Technologies, Inc. in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking an Associate Scientist to support formulation development, stability studies, analytical testing, and documentation for vaccine and biotherapeutic programs at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.

This on-site role requires hands-on lab work and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include executing formulation and stability studies, generating and analyzing samples, coordinating development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry or related discipline.
• At least 1 year of experience in protein formulation or related field.
• Hands-on experience in formulation, stability, or biophysical characterization.
• Experience with analytical techniques such as UV-Vis, fluorescence, CD, IR, DSC, or particle analysis.
• Knowledge of protein structure and data analysis with standard software.

Responsibilities

• Execute formulation and stability studies under guidance, coordinating analytical testing.
• Independently generate and analyze samples using standard methods.
• Coordinate and conduct formulation development studies for vaccine/biotherapeutic characterization.
• Analyze and compile analytical data with the project team.
• Present data to small groups and department audiences.
• Coordinate external service and maintain lab instrumentation.
• Draft and review stability study protocols under supervision.
• Write and evaluate technical reports documenting studies.

Skills

Formulation development

Stability studies

Data analysis

Technical reporting

Presentation skills

Laboratory coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or biochemistry

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Ultraviolet-Vis spectroscopy

Fluorescence spectroscopy

Circular dichroism

Infrared spectroscopy

Differential scanning calorimetry

Light scattering

Micro-flow imaging

Excel

Prism

SigmaPlot

Job description

## Associate ScientistApplylocations: US - MD, Gaithersburgtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: 42399**Job Family:**Scientist**Travel Required:**None**Clearance Required:**Ability to Obtain Public Trust**What You Will Do:**We are seeking an Associate Scientist to support formulation development, stability studies, analytical testing, and documentation for vaccine and biotherapeutic programs at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. This full-time, on-site role in Gaithersburg, MD.* Execute formulation and stability studies under the federal task leader’s direction, including coordinating analytical sample generation and testing.* Independently generate and analyze samples using standard and advanced study-specific analytical methods.* Coordinate and conduct formulation development studies for vaccine and biotherapeutic characterization under the federal task leader’s direction.* Analyze and compile analytical data independently in collaboration with the project development team.* Present data to small groups and department audiences.* Coordinate external service and perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting for laboratory instrumentation.* Draft and review routine stability study protocols under the direction of a Formulation Scientist or Senior Scientist.* Write and evaluate technical reports documenting formulation, stability, and method development studies.* 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 You Will Need:*** Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry or a related discipline is required* A minimum of ONE (1) year of industry, government, or equivalent experience in protein formulation or a related field; a master’s thesis may satisfy this requirement* Hands-on experience in one or more of the following: protein or vaccine formulation, protein or vaccine stability, biophysical characterization, or bioanalytical development* Hands-on experience with one or more analytical techniques, including ultraviolet-visible, fluorescence, circular dichroism, or infrared spectroscopy; differential scanning calorimetry; and particle characterization methods such as light scattering, high accuracy liquid particle counting, or micro-flow imaging* Knowledge of the structural properties of proteins* Experience with data analysis using standard software platforms (Excel, Prism, Sigma Plot, etc.)* 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:*** Master’s degree preferredThe annual salary range for this position is $65,000.00-$108,000.00. 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