Cell Biologist - 3D Cell Culture

Kelly; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid leave

Job summary

A prominent staffing agency is seeking a Cell Biologist for a contract position in Washington, DC. Responsibilities include developing 3D tissue models and conducting confocal microscopy. Candidates must hold an MD or PhD and have at least three years of lab experience. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience working in a laboratory setting.
• Experience in culture of patient-derived primary human keratinocytes.
• Knowledge in techniques related to chromatin biology.

Responsibilities

• Culture patient-derived primary cells and develop 3D tissue organ models.
• Perform confocal microscopy and related techniques.
• Collect and organize data, perform analysis, and prepare reports.

Skills

Cell culture

Confocal microscopy

Data analysis

Effective communication

Education

MD or PhD in a related field

Job description

This range is provided by Kelly. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Kelly

Scientific Recruiter | PMP | Government Contracting

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 Cell Biologist - 3D Cell Culture 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. Ø Learn more about what Kelly can do for you at https://government.kellyservices.us/

TASKS. The contractor shall:

• Culture patient-derived primary cells and develop 3D tissue organ models derived from these cells for the study of papillomavirus infection.
• Process resulting tissues and cells for histology and pathology.
• Perform confocal microscopy, including combined immunofluorescence, RNA and DNA fluorescent in situ hybridization and live cell imaging techniques.
• Collect and organize data, perform data analysis, and prepare technical reports
• Maintain detailed records of experiments and their results and prepare the information resulting from these experiments.
• Ability to perform, operate and communicate effectively in a group, team-oriented working environment.

REQUIREMENTS. The contractor must have:

• MD or PhD in a related field is required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience working in a laboratory setting.
• Experience in culture of patient-derived primary human keratinocytes and derived tissues as well as processing for histology and pathology.
• Experience and knowledge in confocal microscopy and related in situ techniques, particularly related to chromatin biology, the DNA damage response, DNA replication and transcription.
• Effective communication skills working in a team atmosphere
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours when experimental needs require it

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE

When you apply, please know a Kelly Government Solutions Recruiter will review your resume and will contact you directly, if your skills and experience match the requirements of this position; a full job description can be made available at that time.

Due to the high volume of inquiries, we regret that we cannot accept phone calls. Even if you aren’t contacted for this position, you are still part of our talent network. All Kelly recruiters have access to your profile, which expands your opportunities even further.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Science, and Administrative

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Government Administration

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