Scientist

Guidehouse; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 149,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Guidehouse seeks a Scientist to provide independently support services to satisfy the overall objectives of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) in Bethesda, MD. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD.

Responsibilities include designing experiments and multi-electrode recording studies, performing electrophysiological recordings, and contributing to data analysis for publication. You will also train staff on recording methods and prepare summaries and reports.

Qualifications

• PhD in a biological sciences field.
• At least 10 years of biological research experience.
• Experience with electrophysiology and neural recording methods.
• Author or contributor on multiple peer-reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments applying broad scientific knowledge.
• Perform electrophysiological recordings in ongoing studies.
• Conduct both slice and in vivo animal recordings.
• Record electrical activity with optogenetic stimulation.
• Maintain notebooks and databases; organize data for figures.

Skills

Biological research

Experimental design

Scientific writing

Public trust eligibility

Education

PhD Degree

Job description

What You Will Do

We are currently searching for Scientist to provide independently provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD

• Design and conduct experiments and studies that require the application of a broad professional knowledge of scientific theories and principles.
• Design and conduct independent experiments to complete separate previously initiated study using multi-electrode recording.
• Perform electrophysiological recordings in association with ongoing studies to understand sensory coding and neural plasticity in the mammalian olfactory bulb.
• Perform both slice recordings and in vivo whole animal recordings.
• Perform electrical recordings in response to optogenetic induced light simulation.
• Maintain and update laboratory notebooks and databases
• Complete the data analysis associated with multi-electrode project
• Organize data from study and assemble them in figure format appropriate for publication.
• Prepare summaries, reports and presentations.
• Train and provide support to staff on multi-electrode recording methods.
• The identified candidate meets the labor category requirements provided by the customer; no additional candidates were considered.

Job Family

Scientist

Travel Required

None

Clearance Required

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do

We are currently searching for Scientist to provide independently provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD

• Design and conduct experiments and studies that require the application of a broad professional knowledge of scientific theories and principles.
• Design and conduct independent experiments to complete separate previously initiated study using multi-electrode recording.
• Perform electrophysiological recordings in association with ongoing studies to understand sensory coding and neural plasticity in the mammalian olfactory bulb.
• Perform both slice recordings and in vivo whole animal recordings.
• Perform electrical recordings in response to optogenetic induced light simulation.
• Maintain and update laboratory notebooks and databases
• Complete the data analysis associated with multi-electrode project
• Organize data from study and assemble them in figure format appropriate for publication.
• Prepare summaries, reports and presentations.
• Train and provide support to staff on multi-electrode recording methods.
• The identified candidate meets the labor category requirements provided by the customer; no additional candidates were considered.

What You Will Need

• PhD Degree
• Minimum ten (10) years of biological research experience.
• Knowledge of advanced research techniques.
• Named as author or contributor on multiple peer-reviewed journal articles.
• 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

• NIH experience desired
• Knowledgeable in MS Office

The annual salary range for this position is $149,000.00-$248,000.00. 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

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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