Postdoctoral Fellow - Pediatrics

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc.; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 53,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc. (HJF) seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow to join the Laboratory of Infectious Diseases and Host Defense at USUHS in Bethesda, Maryland.

The role focuses on respiratory mucosal immunity against RSV, influenza, SARS-CoV-2, and other pathogens, using animal models and human model systems with flow cytometry and sequencing. You will design and perform experiments, maintain records, contribute to grants, and present findings.

Qualifications

• PhD in immunology, microbiology, biochemistry, biotechnology, or related field.
• Minimum 0–5 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform and design original laboratory research projects aligned with the laboratory mission.
• Prepare technical reports, summaries, and protocols.
• Formulate hypotheses and design experimental protocols.
• Plan, conduct and complete investigations under supervision.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, inventories and logbooks.
• Data entry for research projects and database maintenance.
• Participate in meetings on experimental design and development.
• Present findings orally and in writing; write papers for journals.
• Assist with grant/contract preparation.
• Handle research animals (mice) and run experiments.
• Provide supervision to technicians, graduate students, or fellows.
• Maintain lab supplies; ensure clean lab spaces and compliance with safety.

Skills

Independent thinking

Problem solving

Immunologic methods

Innate/adaptive immunity

T cell biology

Communication skills

Animal models (mice)

Education

Doctoral degree in immunology/related field

Tools

Flow cytometry

PCR

Immunohistochemistry

Confocal microscopy

Single cell sequencing

Job description

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to support the Laboratory of Infectious Diseases and Host Defense in the Department of Pediatrics at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) in Bethesda, Maryland.

Dr. Malloy heads the Laboratory of Infectious Diseases and Host Defense and her research focuses on respiratory mucosal immunity against RSV, influenza and SARS-CoV-2, as well as, emerging respiratory viral pathogens. Dr. Malloy's research applies small animal models and human model systems using innovated flow cytometric and sequencing technologies to define functional and genetic markers of immune protection. The goal of the research is to develop next generation immunoprophylactic approaches to respiratory viral prevention.

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 preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Performs and designs original laboratory research projects consistent with the laboratory mission, including collection and organization of data. Makes detailed observations about experiments.
• Prepares technical reports, summaries, and protocols.
• Formulates experimental hypotheses and designs experimental protocols.
• Plans, conducts and completes investigations under the supervision of the head of the laboratory.
• Maintains clear and accurate laboratory records, inventories and logbooks.
• Performs data entry for research projects and maintains databases.
• Participates in meetings regarding experimental design and development.
• Presents scientific findings in oral and written format; writes technical reports and scientific papers for peer reviewed journals.
• Assists the principal investigator to prepare grants/contracts and proposals.
• Will handle research animals (mice) and run various experiments.
• Assists the principal investigator to provide experimental and technical supervision of one or more technician, graduate student and/or clinical fellows.
• Maintains supplies in the laboratory and keeps the laboratory area clean.
• Ensures systems are in place for efficient planning of lab supplies, records and document management as well as experimental protocols and data, and coordination of good lab practices and lab safety.

Education and Experience

• Doctoral degree in immunology, microbiology, biochemistry, biotechnology, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 0-5 years experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Independent thinking and problem-solving skills are critical.
• Preference will be given to researchers with experience in innate and adaptive immune response analyses, the study of infectious diseases, and analysis of single cell sequencing data.
• Experience and understanding of immunologic methods such as cell culture of primary immune cells, PCR, immunohistochemistry, confocal microscopy, flow cytometry is beneficial.
• A strong understanding of antigen presenting cells and T cell biology.
• Prior experience working with animal models (mice) in a lab setting is preferred.
• Ability to communicate scientific findings in written and oral format
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Requires standing and sitting for lab bench experiments; handling of research animals, handling various chemicals.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a laboratory setting.
• Will require working on evenings and weekends as experimental protocols require.
• Will involve working with biohazardous materials and laboratory animals.

Compensation

• The annual salary pay range for this position is $52,800 - $68,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

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

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.