Biorepository Specialist

Kelly; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Health plans

Paid leave

401K plan

Job summary

Kelly Government Solutions is seeking a Biorepository Specialist to support NICHD Biorepository and HR-pQCT imaging programs at NIH. The role includes sample analyses, data organization, and collaboration with Clinical Director to meet research goals.

The candidate should hold a PhD in physiology and cell biology or related discipline, with expertise in biology-related imaging, data analysis, and bone densitometry.

Qualifications

• PhD in physiology and cell biology or related discipline.
• Field of Study: Biology - Physiology - General Medical and Health Services.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint) - Clinical Trials Database - HRpQCT software.
• Skills include human imaging, data analysis, data presentation, clinical/translational research, bone densitometry; willingness to learn HRpQCT bone density scanner.

Responsibilities

• Support the NICHD Biorepository and HR-pQCT Imaging Program.
• Assist in ensuring quality and efficient operations across both programs.
• Perform laboratory analyses on biological samples using established procedures.

Skills

human imaging

data analysis

data presentation

clinical/translational research

bone densitometry

Education

PhD in physiology and cell biology

Biology - Physiology - General Medical and Health Services

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Clinical Trials Database

HRpQCT software

Job description

Kelly Government Solutions is a strategic supplier and business partner to the federal government and its key suppliers. Through our partnership with the National Institutes of Health, Kelly Government Solutions offers administrative, IT, engineering, scientific, and healthcare professionals the opportunity to work with one of the most prestigious research organizations in the world. We are currently seeking a Biorepository Specialist with the National Institutes of Health.

This is a long-term contract position which offers:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit package
• Optional health, vision, and dental plans
• Paid leave (min 120 hours; prorated for part-time position) as well as 11 paid federal holidays and 401K plan.
• Access to NIH’s unparalleled resources and niche scientific initiatives. Learn more about what Kelly can do for you at https://government.kellyservices.us/

This position is needed to support the NICHD Office of the Clinical Director to manage biospecimens obtained from ongoing clinical protocols. This position would also support HRpQCT program to obtain bone density and microarchitecture scans for study participants in the NIH Clinical Center.

TASKS

The contractor shall:

• Support the NICHD Biorepository and HR-pQCT Imaging Program.
• Assist in assuring quality and efficient operations across both programs, working directly with the Clinical Director and team to accomplish programmatic goals.
• Perform laboratory analyses on biological samples using established procedures and protocols.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, analyze findings, and ensure equipment and workspaces meet applicable standards and safety requirements.
• Collect, organize, and analyze scientific and biological data in support of research objectives.
• Monitor and observe experiments, interpret experimental results, and use computer systems to store, process, and analyze data.
• Maintain accurate and complete research documentation, including laboratory notebooks, experimental observations, production data, and test results for scientific evaluation.
• Prepare reports, summaries, and scientific documentation based on study results, and assist in communicating research findings and supporting collaborative scientific initiatives.
• Learn and apply new laboratory techniques, methodologies, and technologies as required.
• Coordinate the work of biological technicians and technologists, and assist with developing and implementing improved laboratory and data management practices.

REQUIREMENTS

The contractor must have:

• Certifications & Licenses: PhD in physiology and cell biology or related discipline
• Field of Study: Biology - Physiology - General Medical and Health Services
• Software: Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint) - Clinical Trials Database - HRpQCT software
• Skills: human imaging - data analysis - data presentation - clinical/translational research - bone densitometry - Willingness to acquire knowledge as to how to use the HRpQCT bone density scanner - contribute to quality improvement and safety initiatives

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, short-term disability, and a transportation spending account. Visit https://www.mykelly.us/us-mykelly/perks/ for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.