Biologist

Guidehouse; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 74,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Scientist to manage mouse colonies and disease models for NIH research in Bethesda, MD. The role supports team members, performs genotyping, and leads independent projects aligned with lab goals.

The position requires deep experience in mouse genetics, cell culture, and immunology techniques, with the ability to work independently and across teams. Salary ranges from $74,000 to $124,000 annually, depending on experience and credentials.

Qualifications

• B.A./B.S. in a scientific discipline or Master’s degree with relevant experience.
• Experience in managing large mouse colonies and genotyping.
• Experience with cell culture, PCR/qPCR/ddPCR, flow cytometry, and animal techniques.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain mouse colonies and models for NIH projects.
• Assist with experiments and lead independent research aligned with NIH goals.
• Genotype mouse colonies and prepare animals for experimentation.
• Maintain lab databases and support data analysis for publications.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cell biology

Immunology

Mouse modeling

Genotyping

Flow cytometry

PCR/qPCR/ddPCR

Independent research

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in a scientific discipline

Master’s degree in a scientific discipline

Tools

Flow cytometry

Genotyping equipment

Cell culture facilities

Job description

Job Family:ScientistTravel Required:NoneClearance Required:Ability to Obtain Public TrustWhat You Will Do:We are currently searching for specialized scientific services to support and manage the laboratory's mouse colonies and mouse models of disease for the NIH. This is a full-time role in Bethesda, MD.Support and manage the laboratory's mouse colonies and mouse models of disease for all lab members.Assist with experimental work and lead independent research projects aligned with the NIH labs research goals.Maintain and manage the laboratory's mouse colonies and animal work while supporting team members (and sometimes collaborators) during animal experiments in ongoing projects.Perform the genotyping of the entire mouse colony used by the laboratory.Set up and oversee maintenance breeding of all mouse strains.Generate and maintain needed new mouse lines through crossbreeding.Prepare animals for experimentation, including generation of bone-marrow chimeras, infection with LCMV or IAV, etc.Assist with animal studies, including blood collection, tissue processing, pathology support, and preclinical analysis.Perform a wide array of immunology and molecular biological techniques with animal and human cells/tissues.Assist in keeping the Animal Protocol up to date.Acquire new skills related to animal models to help the laboratory perform cutting-edge disease-relevant work.Support collaborations with investigators, staff scientists, and partner laboratories.Contribute to projects and publications.Prepare PowerPoint slides and other items valuable for presentation of laboratory accomplishments.Develop work products and documents related to analyzing, evaluating, and interpreting scientific data to prepare papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals and, when indicated, present findings at seminars and/or scientific meetings.Maintain a lab-accessible database of the laboratory's mouse colonies and ongoing animal experiments.What You Will Need:B.A. or B.S. degree in a scientific discipline and at least THREE (3) years of research experience in molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, or related biomedical research OR a Master’s degree in a scientific discipline and at least ONE (1) year of relevant experience.Deep experience in managing and maintaining large mouse colonies, mouse genotyping, and the generation, execution, and interpretation of mouse experimental models, as well as experience with cell culture, PCR/qPCR/ddPCR, flow cytometry and/or animal research techniques.Ability to work independently and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.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:Outstanding interpersonal and time management skills.Strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate in a fast-paced translational research environment.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Demonstrated experience in staff training and mentoring.The annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00-$124,000.00. 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 InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysParental Leave401(k) Retirement PlanGroup Term Life and Travel AssistanceVoluntary Life and AD&D InsuranceHealth Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsTransit and Parking Commuter BenefitsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning OpportunitiesEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachCare.com annual membershipEmployee Assistance ProgramSupplemental 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 bonusAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse 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.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or [e-mail]. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. 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