Research Scientist

Guidehouse; Bethesda, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement, Certifications

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Research Scientist to support NIH projects in Bethesda, MD, on a short-term engagement through March 2027. The role emphasizes experimental design, data analysis, and mentoring of junior staff in a federally funded research environment.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. with eight+ years of research experience, including cell culture and ELISA, and must be able to obtain a public trust clearance. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. with at least eight years of research experience.
• Experience with cell culture, DNA/RNA extraction, and ELISA is required.
• Experience translating scientific data into publications and presentations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a public-trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and analyze experiments advancing scavenger receptors, HDL binding, and atherosclerosis using animal models.
• Perform hands-on techniques: cell culture, RT-PCR, ELISA, radiotracer labeling, and lipid particle isolation.
• Maintain electronic lab notebooks and experiment databases; manage data and protocols.
• Prepare protocols, abstracts, posters, manuscripts, and presentations for meetings.
• Present findings in laboratory and scientific meetings; mentor junior staff in techniques.
• Maintain equipment, calibrate instruments, and coordinate reagent and sample management.

Skills

Cell culture techniques

DNA/RNA extraction

ELISA

Scavenger receptors

Education

Ph.D. degree

Job description

## Research ScientistApply: US - MD, Bethesda: Full time: Posted Today: 44718**Job Family:**Scientific Research & Analysis**Travel Required:**None**Clearance Required:**Ability to Obtain Public TrustWe are currently searching for a Research Scientist to provide support to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for a short-term engagement through March 2027. **What You Will Do:*** Support laboratory research focused on scavenger receptors, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) binding, lipid metabolism, infection, inflammation, and atherosclerosis using animal models and related experimental systems.* Plan, design, execute, and analyze research experiments that advance laboratory methods, protocols, and scientific discovery.* Perform hands-on laboratory techniques, including cell culture, competition binding experiments, RNA/DNA extraction, reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR), radiotracer and fluorescent probe labeling, radioimmunoassay, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), fluorescent cellular uptake studies, and isolation of lipid particles and apolipoproteins.* Analyze, interpret, and manage scientific data; maintain electronic laboratory notebooks and experiment databases.* Prepare protocols, technical reports, abstracts, posters, manuscripts, presentations, and other scientific work products.* Present research findings in laboratory meetings, scientific meetings, and other professional forums.* Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment; train staff on proper equipment use and research methods.* Manage reagents, frozen cell stocks, animal samples, supplies, and other laboratory resources; coordinate supply purchases and maintenance needs for Government approval.* Support laboratory readiness, organization, cleanliness, and compliance with established procedures.* Mentor junior scientists, fellows, technicians, and other laboratory staff in research techniques, instrumentation, data analysis, and protocol execution.**What You Will Need:*** Ph.D. degree with a minimum of eight (8) years of research experience* Demonstrated experience with cell culture techniques, DNA/RNA extraction, ELISA, and scavenger receptors required.* Experience translating scientific and clinical data into publications, presenting findings at scientific forums, and supporting training.* Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD “public trust”; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.* Incumbent capture – no other candidates were considered due to an identified incumbent who meets the labor category requirements provided by the customer**What Would Be Nice To Have:*** Preferred fields of study: Biology, Biological Science, or related scientific discipline.* Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills* Experience working in a clinical or federal research setting, preferred.The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00-$216,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.**What We Offer:**Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:* Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance* Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays* Parental Leave* 401(k) Retirement Plan* Group Term Life and Travel Assistance* Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance* Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts* Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits* Short-Term & Long-Term Disability* Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities* Employee Referral Program* Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach* Care.com annual membership* Employee Assistance Program* Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)* Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus