Research Assistant I - Immunology

Federallabs; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) seeks a Research Assistant I to perform research and provide lab support in the Immunology Section of the US Military HIV Research Program.

You will assist senior staff with cell culture, cellular assays, and basic molecular biology tasks in a collaborative environment. Excellent opportunities to learn techniques across immunology and biochemistry while contributing to important work with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Assist with laboratory tasks under supervision.
• Support senior technical staff in immunology research.
• Learn and apply common cellular assays and basic biochemistry protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide laboratory technical support to immunology staff.
• Carry out routine experiments and document results.
• Assist with sample preparation and data recording.

Skills

Cell culture

Flow cytometry

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Laboratory support

Detail-oriented

Job description

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Research Assistant I to perform research and/or development in collaboration with others. The Research Assistant provides laboratory and technical support to senior technical and professional staff and solves less complex problems in carrying out research projects in a laboratory environment. This is the first of four levels within the Research Assistant series.

The incumbent will provide laboratory technical support to senior technical and professional staff within the Immunology Section of the US Military HIV Research Program. Research involves a wide variety of techniques including cell culture and cellular assays, molecular biology, biochemistry and flow cytometry. The focus of the lab is the isolation, purification, and characterization of antibodies to various pathogens including HIV and tropical diseases. Full training will be provided. We're looking for someone who is motivated to learn, organized, and detail-oriented who enjoys working with a supportive and inclusive team. Great opportunity to grow your skills and contribute to exciting research.

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.