In-Situ Toxicologist Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland

Precise Systems, Inc.; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 76,709 - 86,064; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability coverage

Retirement plans

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading solutions-based company is seeking an In-Situ Toxicologist to provide laboratory support to the U.S. Army customer in Edgewood, Maryland. The role involves conducting in-vitro laboratory tasks, research on biomarkers, and operating within an interdisciplinary team. A master's degree in a relevant field and at least three years of research experience are required. The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of research experience in a laboratory.
• Experience with tissue culture and organoid technologies.
• Ability to design and execute experiments independently.

Responsibilities

• Support in-vitro laboratory tasks and procedures.
• Research novel biomarkers and physiological responses.
• Analyze and interpret results, presenting data effectively.

Skills

Research experience

Cellular biology techniques

Communication skills

Time management

Critical thinking

Education

Master's degree in biology, chemistry, or related field

Tools

Microscopy

Cell staining

Job description

Overview

As a solutions-based company, Precise Systems is focused on innovation in support of the warfighters and aligning our expertise to deliver the highest quality of service. Powered by our highly skilled workforces, we provide expert consultation on network and weapons systems acquisition programs, maintenance/modernization programs, and sustainment programs with solutions in Digital Transformation, Advanced Engineering, Physical Sciences Research, Platform Lifecycle Support, and Technical Services. Since our establishment, we have demonstrated and perfected our ability to manage the customer's needs, no matter how complex – offering exceptional service and the Precise solution.

Precise Systems seeks a In-Situ Toxicologist to support our U.S. Army customer in Edgewood, Maryland

This role requires in-person support

Responsibilities

• Supports day-to-day in-vitro laboratory experimental tasks and procedures, including but not limited to, tissue culture (i.e. primary, eukaryotic, and differentiated lineages) and the formation of complex 3D organoid/spheroid/MPS architectures (i.e. organ chip technologies) for use in toxicological assessments and research method development.
• Research efforts shall include determination of novel biomarkers of exposure, advanced morphological characterization, physiological response measurements, phenotypic changes, and molecular pathway elucidation for both known and unknown toxicological compounds of interest.
• Operates independently with planning/executing assigned tasks, adapting methods and instrumentation to resolve problems, organizing data, analyzing data, interpreting results, determining conclusions, presenting data, authoring reports and manuscripts, and contributing to proposal writing.
• Interacts as part of an interdisciplinary team of technical staff, and principal investigators.
• Must be able to work in a team, communicating completed tasks, communicating needed tasks. Adaptability to experimental changes in real time. Reliably communicates with team members about task/program progress.

Education

• Minimum master's degree in biology, chemistry, or related field

Experience

• Must have three (3) or more years of research experience in either an academic, government or industry laboratory.
• Experience with several advanced laboratory cellular biology and tissue culture techniques, to include but not limited to, receptor-based screens, microphysiological systems, stem cell differentiation, microscopy, and cell staining.
• Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with other research teams.
• Ability to learn new techniques and expand abilities.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills for audiences with varying technical backgrounds
• Effective time management skills; self-starter; attention to detail
• Ability to independently design and execute experiments; demonstrate critical thinking/problem solving
• Ability to assist with other duties as assigned
• Ability to complete additional training as assigned

Desired Experience

• Experience with delegating project tasks and project management
• Background in in vitro neurotoxicology
• Experience in in vitro immunology

Security clearance

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Precise Systems values employee contributions, promotes diverse opportunities for professional growth, and prioritizes overall well-being. Our comprehensive professional services benefits package includes health insurance, life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, disability insurance, retirement plans, holiday pay, employee-managed leave, and professional growth opportunities.

We recognize exceptional performance and alignment with our core values through our STAR Award recognition program.

Compensation at Precise Systems is determined by various factors, including education, experience, skills, competencies, and contract-specific requirements. The salary range for this position is $76,709.46 - $86,064.18 (annualized USD). This range represents the standard pay for this role and is just one component of Precise Systems’ total compensation package.

Precise Systems is committed to fair and equitable pay practices in alignment with applicable pay transparency laws and equal employment opportunity standards.

Precise Systems is dedicated to a shared vision and core values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, which foster innovation and drive our continued success in the global marketplace. Precise Systems and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. Visit our openings and benefits summary. Precise Systems participates in E-Verify.