Research Associate - AFRL

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine in Dayton, OH invites applications for a Research Associate to perform independent research supporting pathogen-agnostic characterization of biological samples using molecular, microbiological and genomic techniques.

You will design and execute experiments, analyze complex datasets, develop innovative methods and collaborate across disciplines to assess known and emerging threats in support of biodefense and public health.

Qualifications

• Independent research experience in biology or related field.
• Experience with molecular biology and genomic techniques.
• Ability to analyze complex datasets and develop methods.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments to characterize biological samples.
• Analyze datasets and develop innovative characterization methods.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to assess threats.

Skills

Independent research

Molecular biology

Genomics

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

MS/PhD preferred

Tools

Next-Gen Sequencing

Bioinformatics

Job description

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Research Associate to conduct independent research and development activities supporting pathogen-agnostic characterization of biological samples using advanced molecular, microbiological, and genomic techniques. Designs and executes experiments, analyzes complex datasets, develops innovative characterization methods, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to identify, assess, and characterize known and emerging biological threats in support of public health, biodefense, and scientific research objectives.

This position will be in support of Air Force Research Laboratory's (AFRL) Continuing Human Enabling, Enhancing, Restoring, and Sustaining (CHEERS) program. The CHEERS program is a Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) managed by the Air Force Research Laboratory's Human Effectiveness Directorate (AFRL/RH) in collaboration with the U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine (USAFSAM). CHEERS is designed to provide a comprehensive strategy for AFRL and USAFSAM's range of Science and Technology (S&T) and Studies and Analysis (S&A), enabling progression from basic research through technology maturation and transition. The program focuses on human-centered research to:

• Enable, sustain, enhance, and restore the health, performance, and readiness of multi-domain Airman.
• Integrate biological and cognitive technologies to optimize and protect Airman capabilities in Fly, Fight, and Win across Air, Space, and Cyberspace.

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.