Lab Research Assistant I: Immunology & Antibody Research

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is seeking a Research Assistant I to perform laboratory and technical support in the Immunology Section of the US Military HIV Research Program. This role involves cell culture, molecular biology, biochemistry, and flow cytometry to isolate, purify, and characterize antibodies against pathogens.

Full training will be provided. The position emphasizes organization, detail-orientation, and teamwork within a supportive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant biology field.
• 0-2 years of related experience preferred.
• Willingness to perform assays and operate in a Biosafety Level 2 environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs assays including virus neutralization, molecular cloning, mammalian and bacterial cell culture, protein purification, and ELISAs in a Biosafety Level 2 environment.
• Performs research projects, including data collection and organization; follows instructions and SOPs.
• Data entry accurately and maintains data records and inventories per Good Clinical/Good Laboratory practices.
• Maintains supplies and cleanliness in the laboratory per GLP/GLP standards.
• Creates, collects, disseminates, and maintains study data.
• Assists in preparing technical reports and communicates detailed observations on experiments.
• May perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor and attend required training.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Follow detailed instructions

Team collaboration

Basic laboratory techniques

Sterile technique

Cell culture

ELISA

Molecular cloning

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Immunology, Molecular Biology or a related field

Job description

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is seeking a Research Assistant I to perform laboratory and technical support in the Immunology Section of the US Military HIV Research Program. This role involves cell culture, molecular biology, biochemistry, and flow cytometry to isolate, purify, and characterize antibodies against pathogens.

Full training will be provided. The position emphasizes organization, detail-orientation, and teamwork within a supportive