Senior Research Scientist (PREP0004151)

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement options

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University is looking for a PREP Research Associate to support research on viral measurement tools at NIST. The role involves maintaining virus portfolios, conducting viral culture experiments, and collaborating with stakeholders.

Qualified candidates should hold a Ph.D. and have a minimum of 5 years of laboratory experience in virology or related disciplines. Strong communication skills are also required. The position offers benefits including health options and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Virology, Microbiology, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of laboratory experience in virology or related disciplines.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a portfolio of diverse viruses through onboarding, culturing, and characterization.
• Perform viral and eukaryotic cell culture and develop viral culture protocols.
• Consult and collaborate with stakeholders in microbiome and pathogen detection communities.

Skills

Laboratory experience in virology

Strong oral and written communication skills

Experience with plaque assays

Experience developing viral infectivity assays

Education

Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Virology, Microbiology, or related field

Job description

PREP Research Associate

This position is part of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Professional Research Experience Program (PREP). Individuals will perform technical work supporting research collaborations on viral measurement tools and reference materials.

Research Title: Viral Measurement Tools and Reference Materials

Location: National Institute of Standards and Technology, Material Measurement Laboratory

U.S. Citizenship: Preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a portfolio of diverse viruses (up to BSL‑2) through onboarding, culturing, and characterization to meet stakeholder needs.
• Perform viral and eukaryotic cell culture, plaque assays, and develop and optimize viral culture protocols.
• Consult and collaborate with stakeholders in microbiome and pathogen detection communities.
• Maintain accurate and organized electronic records.
• Present results through reports, manuscripts, and oral presentations.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Virology, Microbiology, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of laboratory experience in virology or related disciplines.
• Experience with plaque assays to measure cytopathic effect.
• Experience developing viral infectivity assays, including for non‑cytopathic viruses.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The National Institute of Standards and Technology is committed to equal opportunity for all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Salary & Total Rewards

Salary range is based on nondiscriminatory practices and may vary based on experience and other factors. Additional benefits, including health and retirement options, are available upon hiring.