Postdoctoral Fellow, Molecular Diagnostics & NGS

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to initiate and carry out research in the RAD laboratory of CIDR at WRAIR.

You will develop, validate, and implement molecular and sequencing assays for detection of pathogens of US military and national interest. You will work with a multidisciplinary team, adapt existing assays, and contribute to clinical research and grant activities.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in molecular biology, virology, immunology or related field.
• 0-5 years' experience; 2 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, evaluate and implement molecular, serological, and sequencing diagnostic assays.
• Prepare SOPs and work instructions for clinical-level assays.
• Assist with validation to meet regulatory requirements for human specimens.
• Optimize nucleic acid extraction, amplification and detection procedures.
• Troubleshoot performance issues in nucleic acid assays and sequencing workflows.
• Coordinate new initiatives with DCB leadership and staff.
• Support intramural and extramural grant applications and funding.
• Prepare reports, abstracts, manuscripts, and patent applications.

Skills

Molecular biology

Virology

Immunology

Sequencing

Education

Ph.D. in molecular biology/virology/immunology

0-5 years experience (2 years preferred)

Tools

Primer design software

DNA constructs design software

PCR equipment

Job description

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to initiate and carry out research in the RAD laboratory of CIDR at WRAIR.

You will develop, validate, and implement molecular and sequencing assays for detection of pathogens of US military and national interest. You will work with a multidisciplinary team, adapt existing assays, and contribute to clinical research and grant activities.