Immunologist III

Battelle; Texas; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Battelle seeks an Immunologist III to join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team on a major government contract. You will design and lead immunology and biochemistry research projects, mentor staff, and deliver technical reports, manuscripts, and presentations.

The role focuses on novel challenges in immune mechanisms, cell biology, and biologics, with opportunities to influence project direction and scientific outcomes in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree or equivalent with post-secondary lab research experience.
• Experience planning and conducting research; ability to propose and secure funding.
• Proven hands-on experience with immunological and biochemical analyses.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new projects for contract growth.
• Lead laboratory efforts in a BSL-2 setting with small teams.
• Collaborate with project managers and customers on study objectives and deliverables.
• Perform advanced experiments, analyze data, and translate findings into reports.

Skills

Immunology

Biochemistry

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

PhD +2 years / MS +5 years / BS +10 years in biochemistry or immunology

Tools

SDS-PAGE

Western blot

ELISA

Immunocytochemistry

Flow cytometry

Immunoprecipitation

Job description

Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

As an Immunologist III, you will be joining a dynamic team performing cutting-edge research across multiple biological disciplines. Operating in a collaborative environment, you will provide invaluable support to a large government contract. You will drive capture activities through ideation and proposal development. You will be responsible for developing technical work plans and leading small teams to accomplish tasks rooted in cell biology, conducting research and testing on basic and applied principles of microbial, human, and animal life, including anatomy and function of biological systems in both simple and complex settings. Biological data related to structure, function, behavior, and tailored applications will be used to perform technical evaluations and/or assessments of biologics, biological mechanisms, or biological properties.

This position offers an exhilarating opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic, multidisciplinary team committed to advancing scientific knowledge and solving our customer's toughest challenges.

This full‑time position is contingent upon contract award and will be located in San Antonio, TX.

Responsibilities

• Leverage skills and education to identify, propose, and secure new projects to promote on contract growth.
• Apply experience in immunology and biochemistry to novel challenges.
• Design and lead laboratory efforts with small teams of laboratory staff working in a biological safety level (BSL)-2 environment.
• Work directly with project managers and customers to determine and refine study objectives and deliverables, including technical reports, manuscripts, and presentations.
• Perform advanced biological experiments, research and analysis.
• Solve complex problems, using existing solutions to derive new solutions and perspectives.
• Review, assimilate, collate, and translate data into key study findings. Identify gaps in current knowledge and leverage collective expertise and experience to drive the state of the art forward.
• Maintain laboratory and laboratory records in accordance with governing quality standards and safety/security requirements.
• Troubleshoot experiments using experience and scientific literature.
• Mentor lab personnel in key skill areas including: analysis of immune cell functions, cytokine expression, innate and adaptive responses, and cellular/humoral immunity. Examples include cell activation, fluorescent immunoassays, enzyme‑linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA), SDS‑PAGE and Western blots, immunocytochemistry, fluorescent immunolabeling, immunoprecipitation, and/or flow immunoassay.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders and external clients through strong performance, timely delivery, and frequent communication.
• Participate in scientific conferences, peer review panels, and publications.

Some domestic travel is anticipated.

Key Qualifications

• PhD +2 years, MS +5 years, or BS +10 years of experience in biochemistry, immunology, or related field.
• Five or more years of experience in a laboratory-based facility and a proven ability to plan and conduct research studies.
• Proven ability to conduct experiments according to standard operating procedures.
• Practical hands‑on experience with immunological and biochemical analyses, including: SDS‑PAGE, Western blot, ELISA, immunocytochemistry, immunoprecipitation, immunohistochemistry, fluorescent immunolabeling, flow immunoassay, etc.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to propose and secure research funding.
• Ability to succinctly assimilate and communicate complex scientific data for customer and end user needs.
• Ability to work in a team environment, mentor and train other staff members, and openly collaborate with colleagues across multiple disciplines.
• Sole U.S. citizenship, with the ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances as a condition of employment.
• Ability and willingness to work in BSL-2 laboratories.
• Sufficiently medically fit to work in the laboratory to perform assigned duties including the ability to wear personal protection equipment (PPE), lift up to 50 pounds, and work in the proximity of hazardous/infectious materials.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently possesses or has held (and can reinstate) government security clearance.
• Experience working within laboratory quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO17025, GLP).

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