Research Assistant I - PHA-AFRRI

Federallabs; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is seeking a Research Assistant I to perform research and provide laboratory support in collaboration with the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS).

Reporting to a Principal Investigator, you will help design studies, execute experiments, analyze data, and contribute to manuscripts for peer‑reviewed publications.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in laboratory research.
• Interest in scientific writing and publication.
• Ability to work with a Principal Investigator to design studies.

Responsibilities

• Design studies and contribute to protocol development.
• Execute experiments and perform data analysis.
• Summarize findings for high-impact publications.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Scientific writing

Job description

Join the HJF Team!

The Henry M Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is seeking a Research Assistant I to perform research and/or development in collaboration with others for projects. 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.

This position will be in support of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS). This role is designed for a candidate with a strong foundation in laboratory research and a passion for scientific writing. The incumbent will work closely with a Principal Investigator to design studies, contribute to protocol development, execute complex experiments, perform data analysis and transform raw data into high-impact, peer-reviewed publications.

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.