Functional Scientific Researcher

IMAGINEEER LLC; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work from home options

Job summary

A biomedical research organization is seeking a candidate to provide scientific expertise in the development of non-animal methodologies for human-centered biomedical research. This role requires evaluating new approaches, collaborating with NIH scientists, and drafting technical reports. The ideal candidate holds a PhD or Master's in a related field, has experience in NAMs, and possesses strong communication skills. A commitment to flexible work from home options is offered.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience evaluating or validating in vitro methods for human health safety.
• Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.
• Experience with peer-reviewed publications in NAMs-related field.
• Strong scientific writing and oral communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) according to ICCVAM and FDA guidelines.
• Design and coordinate interlaboratory validation studies.
• Draft scientific materials including technical reports and meeting summaries.
• Collaborate with NIH scientists on program deliverables.
• Review and curate data from scientific databases; perform literature searches in government platforms.
• Draft scientific materials including technical reports, research highlights, and meeting summaries.
• Support scientific meetings including ICCVAM calls, public forums, and national/international conferences.
• Collaborate with NIH scientists, program officers, and cross-functional teams on program deliverables.

Skills

PhD in a biomedical field (toxicology, pharmacology, etc.)

Expertise in New Approach Methodologies (NAMs)

Strong scientific writing skills

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Strong oral communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

PhD in a biomedical field or Master's degree with additional experience

Master's degree in equivalent field + 4 years experience

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

About this Role:

In this role, you will provide scientific expertise in support of Office of Research Innovation, Validation, and Application’s (ORIVA) mission to develop, validate, and apply non-animal approaches and innovative technologies to advance human-centered biomedical research across National Insitutes of Health (NIH). You work directly alongside NIH scientific and program staff across two divisions: D-NICEATM and DAIBR.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Evaluate New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) and prepare documentation aligned with guidelines from the Interagency Coordinating Committee on the Validation of Alternative Methods (ICCVAM), FDA, EPA, and the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
2. Design and coordinate interlaboratory validation studies; analyze bioactivity, in vitro/in silico, and dose-response data
3. Contribute to study design and provide expert recommendations on data adequacy for government reports and regulatory submissions
4. Apply and evaluate computational methods for human health safety and risk assessment
5. Review and curate data from relevant scientific databases; perform literature searches in government platforms
6. Draft scientific materials including technical reports, research highlights, and meeting summaries
7. Support scientific meetings including ICCVAM calls, public forums, and national/international conferences
8. Collaborate with NIH scientists, program officers, and cross-functional teams on program deliverables

Qualifications and Skills:

1. PhD in a biomedical field (toxicology, pharmacology, cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or related) with 1+ years of relevant experience OR Master's degree in an equivalent field with 4 years of additional experience
2. Demonstrated expertise in NAMs or a closely related scientific field
3. Experience developing, evaluating, or validating in vitro or computational methods for human health safety or risk assessment
4. Strong scientific writing and oral communication skills
5. Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills
6. U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain Public Trust clearance

Desired Skills and Competencies:

1. Familiarity with 3Rs principles (Replace, Reduce, Refine) and their application in NIH-funded research
2. Prior NIH and/or HHS contractor experience
3. Peer-reviewed publications in NAMS-related field

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.

Flexible work from home options available.