Postdoctoral Fellow - Animal Model Research

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 52,800 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health savings and retirement plans

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow - Animal Model Research in Bethesda, Maryland. The successful candidate will initiate and conduct research on medical countermeasures for Acute Radiation Syndrome, collaborating closely with Dr. Vidya Kumar.

This role requires a doctoral degree and involves significant hands-on laboratory work, requiring expertise in molecular techniques and animal handling. A competitive salary range of $52,800 - $70,000 is offered along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree required.
• Minimum of 0-5 years of experience required.
• Knowledge of molecular and cell biology and laboratory techniques.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute Radiation Countermeasure Development in mice exposed to radiation.
• Present new ideas to understand the mechanism of action of promising Radiation Countermeasure Drugs.
• Perform specialized laboratory research using experimental protocols.

Skills

Molecular and cell biology knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Research expertise in DNA/RNA extraction

Animal handling and injections

Education

Doctoral degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

GraphPad Prism

Job description

Overview

Join the HJF Team. HJF is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow - Animal Model Research responsible for initiating and carrying out research projects in collaboration with a research team. Pursues research along a focused line of inquiry and has a manuscript in development. This position will support Dr. Vidya Kumar, developing Medical Countermeasures in animal models of Acute Radiation Syndrome at the Armed Forces Radiobiology Research Institute within the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences.

About HJF

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute Radiation Countermeasure Development in mice exposed to radiation, in coordination with the PI and other lab personnel.
• Present new ideas to understand the mechanism of action of promising Radiation Countermeasure Drugs, develop hypotheses, design, and implement experimental protocols.
• Develop new technologies, write IACUC protocols and amendments.
• Perform specialized laboratory research using experimental protocols, including procedures such as Western blotting, ELISA, molecular analysis of specific RNA transcripts by quantitative RT-PCR, and flow cytometry.
• Manage day-to-day experiments and mentor technical and junior staff.
• Prepare quarterly and annual reports for projects, attend scientific meetings, and write manuscripts for submission to scientific journals.
• May perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor, including attendance at required training for the role.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Doctoral degree required.
• Minimum of 0-5 years of experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of molecular and cell biology and laboratory techniques; good communication and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated research expertise including DNA and RNA extraction and purification, molecular analysis of specific DNA, RNA and/or micro-RNA transcripts by quantitative PCR and RT-PCR; perform clonogenicity assays, antibody-based protein detection (e.g., Western blotting, immunofluorescence staining, cytokine arrays, ELISA).
• Willing to participate in animal studies. Experience in animal handling, injections, blood and tissue collections is desired.
• Ability to use public medical research databases and programs.
• Maintain detailed documentation of research projects and laboratory standard operating procedures, including records of quality control in accordance with established requirements.
• Experience with data compilation and analysis using standard software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, GraphPad Prism). Ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials over 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a laboratory setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $52,800 - $70,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, health savings, retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include verification of references, previous employment and education, credentials, criminal background check, and a DMV check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities. The contractor will not discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing or disclosing their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to compensation information as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose that information to individuals who do not have access to it, except as permitted by law. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)