Biophysics Instrumentation Fellow — 2-Year, Hands-on Training

Office of Intramural Training & Education; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Biophysics Core Facility (BCF) at NHLBI, NIH, Bethesda, MD, is seeking an NIH IRTA Postbaccalaureate Fellow for hands-on experience with advanced biophysical instrumentation and data analysis. The fellow will gain broad exposure to many scientific questions and collaborators, building practical skills for careers in pharma and academia.

The position supports multiple NIH groups, with a two-year commitment strongly preferred and review for continuation based on performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in biology, biochemistry, biophysics or related field (2026).
• Interest in biophysics and advanced instrumentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate a variety of biophysical instruments.
• Assist with preparing samples, buffers, and standards.
• Participate in experiments and assist with instrument setup and measurements.
• Process, analyze, and present experimental data.
• Collaborate with researchers on projects and demonstrations.
• Maintain accurate lab records and clean workspace.
• Present work at meetings and prepare posters when appropriate.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Data analysis

Scientific communication

Team collaboration

Instrumentation operation

Education

Bachelor's degree (biology/biochemistry/biophysics)

Master's degree (biology/biochemistry/biophysics)

Tools

Mass photometry

Grating-coupled interferometry

Bio-layer interferometry

Microfluidic diffusional sizing

Microscale thermophoresis

Dynamic light scattering

Isothermal titration calorimetry

Differential scanning calorimetry

Circular dichroism

Fluorescence spectroscopy

Size-exclusion chromatography/field-flow fractionation with MALS

Analytical ultracentrifugation

Job description

The Biophysics Core Facility (BCF) at NHLBI, NIH, Bethesda, MD, is seeking an NIH IRTA Postbaccalaureate Fellow for hands-on experience with advanced biophysical instrumentation and data analysis. The fellow will gain broad exposure to many scientific questions and collaborators, building practical skills for careers in pharma and academia.

The position supports multiple NIH groups, with a two-year commitment strongly preferred and review for continuation based on performance.