Research Associate I - MRBD

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc.; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 52,800 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc. (HJF) seeks a Research Associate I to perform laboratory and technical support for projects in the Military Relevant Bacterial Diseases Department at the Naval Medical Research Command, Silver Spring, MD.

The role involves immunological assays, data organization, and compliance with safety standards in a clinical-laboratory environment, supporting senior staff and internal/external collaborations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in biology, immunology or related field required.
• 0–2 years of relevant research experience preferred.
• Experience with small animal models and standard lab techniques required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in execution of approved animal use protocols to evaluate bacterial challenges, vaccines, and prophylactics.
• Performs immunological assays (ELISA, flow cytometry, cell culture) and data collection.
• Maintains data and databases; supports reports and presentations for collaborators.
• Ensures proper disposal of infectious and hazardous materials.

Skills

ELISA

Flow cytometry

Cell culture

Immunological techniques

Education

Master's Degree in Biology/Immunology or related field

Tools

Small animal handling

Bacterial culture techniques

Statistical data analysis

Job description

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Research Associate I to perform research and/or development in collaboration with others for projects. The Research Associate provides laboratory and technical support to senior technical and professional staff and solves problems of standard complexity in carrying out research projects in a clinical or laboratory environment.

This position will be in support of the Military Relevant Bacterial Diseases Department, located within the Infectious Disease Directorate at the Naval Medical Research Command in Silver Spring, Maryland.

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.

• Participates in the execution of approved animal use protocols to evaluate bacterial challenge doses, enteric vaccines, and anti-diarrheal prophylactics.
• Performs immunological techniques, including but not limited, to ELISA, flow cytometry, and cell culture.
• Performs laboratory research projects, including collection and organization of data, and maintaining databases.
• Captures detailed observations on experiments.
• Maintains compliance with established laboratory safety, policies and procedures.
• Contributes to technical reports, publications, and presentations for internal and external collaborators.
• Follows instructions and standard operating procedures to perform expected tasks. May provide basic instruction to other lab staff.
• Ensures the proper disposal of infectious and hazardous materials.
• Performs data organization, quality control, scientific review and basic statistical analyses using common laboratory software.
• 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.

Education and Experience

• Master's Degree in Biology, Immunology or a related scientific field.
• Minimum of 0-2 years' experience required.
• Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have previous experience with and be willing to work with small animal models.
• Prior experience with small animal handling, accurate administration of agents, sample collection, and animal monitoring.
• Experience with standard laboratory techniques, including immunological assays and bacterial culture techniques.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good communication and analytical skills.
• This position requires that you 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-$65,000. 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)