Research Assistant III - PESMOA

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 53,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine in Bethesda, MD, is seeking a Research Assistant III to perform genomics research and provide laboratory support within the BIC genomics core.

You will train and supervise investigators, technical personnel, and students, and collaborate with USUHS and the broader research community to ensure accurate data collection and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in genetics.
• Minimum 6–8 years of experience in genetics/genomics lab.
• Experience with complex genomic laboratory techniques and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Collects, processes, and assists in interpretation of experimental data across genomics platforms.
• Trains and consults with faculty, students, and staff on instrument usage and data collection procedures and analysis.
• Maintains clear and accurate laboratory records, inventories, and logbooks.
• Performs data entry for research projects and may maintain data and databases.
• Prepares technical reports, summaries, and protocols; contributes to manuscripts and presentations.
• Maintains compliance with laboratory safety procedures and disposal of hazardous materials.
• May perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Genomics techniques

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in genetics

Master's degree preferred

Job description

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Job Description

Research Assistant III to perform research and/or development in collaboration with others for projects. Provides laboratory and technical support to senior technical and professional staff. Solves problems of moderate complexity in carrying out research projects in a clinical or laboratory environment.

The Research Assistant III provides laboratory and technical support to the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS), Biomedical Instrumentation Center (BIC) research community. Learn more about the BIC here, https://www.usuhs.edu/research/facilities.

The incumbent serves as a geneticist in the BIC genomics core facility, providing genomics support and collaboration to research scientists, technical personnel, and students. The incumbent trains and supervises investigators, technical personnel, and students, and directly interacts with technical sales and service agents. The work involves complex technical procedures that consist of unrelated steps and multiple processes

This position will be in support of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS), Biomedical Instrumentation Center (BIC) which is located in Bethesda, MD.

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.

Responsibilities

• Collects, processes, and assists in the interpretation of experimental data across a variety of highly specialized genomics platforms. Performs laboratory research projects including collection and organization of data.
• Trains and consults with faculty, students, and staff scientists on instrument usage and data collection procedures and analysis.
• Provides quality control, trouble shooting, and the maintenance of specialized reagents and equipment. Conducts critical review of procedures, determining where issues occurred and formulating plans to correct problems as they arise.
• Maintains clear and accurate laboratory records, inventories, and logbooks.
• Performs data entry for research projects and may maintain data and database(s). Follows instructions and standard operating procedures to perform expected tasks. Trains and assists lower-level laboratory staff.
• Prepares technical reports, summaries, and protocols. Contributes to the preparation of manuscripts and data for presentations at scientific meetings and publication in journals.
• Maintains compliance with established laboratory safety and other procedures. Oversees and ensures the proper documentation and disposal of infectious and hazardous materials.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master's degree preferred within genetics.
• Minimum of 6-8 years’ experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of complex genomic laboratory techniques and experiments.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical procedures.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.

Work Environment

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

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $52,800 - $80,000. 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.