Biotechnology Research Scientist

NCSL International; Adelphi (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards package

Job summary

SURVICE Engineering is seeking a Biotechnology Research Scientist in Adelphi, MD to support the Aberdeen Research Operation. You will accelerate your career and become an integral team member within the defense community.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Biological Sciences with 2+ years of relevant experience, and involves handling microbial cultures, DNA techniques, and hazardous materials. Travel up to 5% and an active clearance or eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences and 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience executing basic and applied research to evaluate the genetics and behavior of microorganisms
• Experience with the design, assembly and testing of functional genetic circuits.
• Experience documenting experimental and analytical procedures, methods, results, and conclusions

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain microbial cultures in specified environments using sterile technique, autoclaving equipment, nutrient broth and agar plate preparation, inoculation, culture management, biohazardous waste disposal, and preparation of frozen stocks.
• Ensure preparation and safe handling of hazardous chemicals that may have corrosivity, flammability, and toxicity risks, including liquids with acidic and alkaline pH, organic solvents, and others.
• Use techniques for the quantification, synthesis, purification, and assembly of DNA such as PCR (including Quantitative polymerase chain reaction (QPCR), Reverse Transcription (RT)-PCR), enzymatic kits for DNA manipulation, and gel electrophoresis.
• Handle genetically engineered strains via electroporation and preparation of electrocompetent cells, use of antibiotics for clone selection, and testing for the presence of the introduced genes.
• Properly use instruments for fluorescence observations via flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy, or plate reader, including sample preparation and fluorescence staining.
• Perform enzymatic and molecular assays for kinetic or endpoint analyses.
• Optimize protocols that use microbes in combination with material or chemical agents for their functionalization, fixation, immobilization, or entrapment.
• Comply with policies on record-keeping and distribution limits for data and technical information.
• Prepare and present presentations and written documents summarizing efforts in Government format for Form 1 approval (process of instruction provided by COR as GFI). Upon TO COR request, Contractor personnel shall present the information to staff, universities, private corporations, research institutes, national laboratories, or other Government research centers.
• Participate in programmatic and technical meetings, both virtually and in-person.

Skills

Biological sciences

Research experience

Genetic circuits

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences

Job description

Join Us in Making a Difference in the Lives of Those Defending Our Nation!

Why SURVICE?

Come join the SURVICE Engineering mission to protect, enhance, and enable those who defend the United States. Since 1981, we have supported the DoD community, as well as Homeland Security, advanced technologies, environmental, and commercial markets. Our employees have backgrounds in engineering, physics, mathematics, chemistry, computer science, acquisition, technical writing, training, and other technical and administrative fields. And many of our personnel have DoD and/or operational military experience. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career with a leading organization, come see what we can offer you!

Position

Biotechnology Research Scientist

Location: Adelphi, Maryland
Security Clearance: Active Clearance or Eligible to Obtain - U.S. citizenship required
Salary: $110,000 - $130,000 Depending on Experience and Education
Travel: 5%

Benefits

• Benefits: SURVICE Engineering offers a total rewards package to include competitive salaries, comprehensive insurance options, paid time off, 401k, flexible spending, tuition reimbursement.

Position Summary

SURVICE Engineering is currently seeking a Biotechnology Research Scientist to support our Aberdeen Research Operation. You will accelerate your career and become an integral team member within the defense community.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain microbial cultures in specified environments using sterile technique, autoclaving equipment, nutrient broth and agar plate preparation, inoculation, culture management, biohazardous waste disposal, and preparation of frozen stocks.
• Ensure preparation and safe handling of hazardous chemicals that may have corrosivity, flammability, and toxicity risks, including liquids with acidic and alkaline pH, organic solvents, and others.
• Use techniques for the quantification, synthesis, purification, and assembly of DNA such as PCR (including Quantitative polymerase chain reaction (QPCR), Reverse Transcription (RT)-PCR), enzymatic kits for DNA manipulation, and gel electrophoresis.
• Handle genetically engineered strains via electroporation and preparation of electrocompetent cells, use of antibiotics for clone selection, and testing for the presence of the introduced genes.
• Properly use instruments for fluorescence observations via flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy, or plate reader, including sample preparation and fluorescence staining.
• Perform enzymatic and molecular assays for kinetic or endpoint analyses.
• Optimize protocols that use microbes in combination with material or chemical agents for their functionalization, fixation, immobilization, or entrapment.
• Comply with policies on record-keeping and distribution limits for data and technical information.
• Prepare and present presentations and written documents summarizing efforts in Government format for Form 1 approval (process of instruction provided by COR as GFI). Upon TO COR request, Contractor personnel shall present the information to staff, universities, private corporations, research institutes, national laboratories, or other Government research centers.
• Participate in programmatic and technical meetings, both virtually and in-person.

Minimum Qualifications of Biotechnology Research Scientist

• Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences and 2+ years of relevant experience. Exceptional candidates with less experience will be considered. Candidates are not required to possess all qualifications; if you possess some of the desired qualifications, please apply.
• Experience executing basic and applied research to evaluate the genetics and behavior of microorganisms
• Experience with the design, assembly and testing of functional genetic circuits.
• Experience documenting experimental and analytical procedures, methods, results, and conclusions

About Us

SURVICE Engineering is a nationally recognized, single-source engineering service provider for Government and Industry organizations involved in all phases of the systems engineering process. Our employees are our most valuable asset, and they are proud to have supported the development, testing, analysis, and modeling and simulation (M&S) of many of the major U.S. air, land, and sea combat systems in the field today. They have also contributed their expertise to other vital national defense programs and technologies that involve survivability, cybersecurity, information technology/management, software engineering, unmanned aerial systems (UASs), and metrology/reverse engineering.

SURVICE Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor