Scientist II - Translational Animal Research

Federallabs; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 93,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) seeks a Scientist II - Translational Animal Research to conduct dedicated research at USUHS in Bethesda, MD.

The role involves developing and supervising research projects, applying diverse scientific principles to potential inventions, products, and problems, and developing new technologies and protocols. BSOS program focuses on battlefield trauma, survivability, and resuscitation; the candidate will work with animal

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree required.
• 5-8 years experience in related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.
• Ability to work independently and supervise others.

Responsibilities

• Plans, executes, and oversees laboratory research. Formulates experimental hypotheses and designs experimental protocols.
• Monitors scientific literature. Prepares written reports and manuscripts for submission to scientific journals and prepares patent applications.
• Coordinates and prepares new grant and funding applications.
• Processes and interprets experimental data.
• Makes scientific observations, maintains detailed workbooks/documentation, and ensures documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards.
• Collaborates with other technical and professional staff. Trains and supervises technical staff.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.

Skills

Scientific methods

Troubleshooting

Supervision

Background check clearance

Education

Doctoral Degree

Job description

Scientist II - Translational Animal Research

Bethesda, MD, United States (On-site)

Job Description

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Scientist II - Translational Animal Research to conduct dedicated research at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) within the Battlefield Shock and Organ Support (BSOS) Research Program. This will involve development and supervision of research projects, investigating the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions, products and problems, develops new technologies and protocols.

The BSOS Research Program is a translational military trauma research effort focused on increasing combat casualty survival during the Golden Hour and prolonged field care window. BSOS is dedicated to novel solutions for warfighter survivability and ability to return to duty after combat-related injury. The program unites military and civilian partners from academia and industry for scientifically rigorous and operationally relevant combat casualty care research, with a focus on prolonged care paradigms in large-scale combat operations — the most challenging clinical conditions imaginable. BSOS develops therapeutic, device, technique, and training solutions designed to create more time for resuscitation, chronologically or biologically. Program capabilities include extensive animal lab facilities, instrumented models of hemorrhagic shock, ischemia-reperfusion, and raised intracranial pressure using swine and non-human primate models, and clinical trial infrastructure.

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

• Plans, executes, and oversees laboratory research. Formulates experimental hypotheses and designs experimental protocols.
• Monitors scientific literature. Prepares written reports and manuscripts for submission to scientific journals and prepares patent applications.
• Coordinates and prepares new grant and funding applications.
• Processes and interprets experimental data.
• Makes scientific observations, maintains detailed workbooks/documentation, and ensures documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards.
• Collaborates with other technical and professional staff. Trains and supervises technical staff.
• 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.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assigned Lead: May recommend the following: employee hiring, disciplinary action, and starting salaries; provide input on employee performance evaluations.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Doctoral Degree required.
• Minimum of 5-8 years experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable complex scientific procedures and techniques.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical procedures.
• Ability to work independently and supervise others.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.
• Operating motor vehicles, machinery, and/or power tools.
• This position will take place primarily in a laboratory setting.

Compensation

• Theannual salaryrange for this position is$93,100 - $125,000. Actualsalary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.
• 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.

Job Info

• Job Identification 11282
• Job Category Program - Core
• Posting Date 08/05/2026, 05:43 PM
• Degree Level Doctorate Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations USUHS RECEIVING SECTION, BETHESDA, MD, 20814, US (On-site)