Senior Scientist

BioSpace; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

ATCC, a global nonprofit that provides trusted biological materials for science and health, seeks a Senior Scientist in Bacteriology to lead applied programs for bioproduction in Manassas, VA. This onsite role partners with quality, operations, and commercial teams to advance research and technology transfer.

Qualifications include a PhD with 5+ years (or equivalent), deep bacteriology expertise, and proven leadership of laboratory operations along with mentoring responsibilities and strong data

Qualifications

• PhD with 5+ years of experience in bacteriology or equivalent (Master's 8y, Bachelor's 12y).
• Advanced expertise in bacteriology including cultivation, characterization, preservation, and QC of medically relevant bacteria.
• Ability to operate autonomously with broad organizational impact and lead laboratory operations.
• Experience mentoring staff and contributing to proposals, grants, or contract research.

Responsibilities

• Lead bacteriology and infectious disease research to support validated products and services.
• Direct applied research, select methodologies, troubleshoot challenges, analyze data, ensure reproducibility and biosafety.
• Develop and maintain protocols, reports, and documentation aligned with quality systems and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally on product development, technology transfer, and informatics initiatives.

Skills

Bacteriology expertise

Laboratory leadership

Data analysis & experimental design

Communication & collaboration

Mentoring staff

Education

PhD required

Master's degree with 8+ years

Bachelor's with 12+ years

Job description

Ready to shape the future of science and global health? ATCC, a global nonprofit that provides trusted biological materials for science and health, is seeking a Senior Scientist, Bacteriology to provide scientific leadership for applied bacteriology programs supporting biological materials manufacturing and bioproduction. This onsite role in Manassas, VA leads research initiatives, supports product development and technology transfer, contributes to proposal development and business growth, and serves as a technical authority collaborating across quality, operations, and commercial teams. Join ATCC and be part of a team that supports the global scientific community with trusted, authenticated biological materials.

Responsibilities

• Scientific Technical Expertise in Bacteriology and Infectious Disease: Lead bacteriology and infectious disease research supporting validated products and services, serving as a subject matter expert and primary individual contributor while providing technical leadership and guidance to scientific staff.
• Program and Project Execution: Design, plan, and direct applied research studies in medical bacteriology and infectious disease; select appropriate methodologies, troubleshoot complex technical challenges, analyze and interpret data, and ensure reproducibility, biosafety, and scientific rigor.
• Documentation, Quality, and Compliance: Develop, review, and maintain protocols, reports, and controlled documentation in alignment with quality systems, data integrity expectations, biosafety requirements, and applicable regulatory and compliance standards.
• Collaboration, Proposals, and Business Development: Partner cross‑functionally on infectious disease–focused new product development, technology transfer, and informatics initiatives; contribute scientific expertise to grant and contract proposals and cultivate external scientific and public health relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirement: PhD and 5 years of experience, or equivalent experience (Master's degree and 8 years, or Bachelor's degree and 12 years).
• Advanced expertise in bacteriology, including cultivation, characterization, preservation, and quality control of medically relevant bacteria
• Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously with broad organizational impact
• Proven leadership of laboratory operations with strict adherence to biosafety, biosecurity, and regulatory requirements
• Experience mentoring and supervising scientific staff
• Strong scientific judgment, advanced troubleshooting skills, and commitment to data quality
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Record of relevant publications or scientific presentations
• Experience with experimental design, advanced data analysis, and controlled documentation
• Experience supporting proposals, external funding, or contract researchFamiliarity with technology transfer and cross‑functional product development
• Experience with workforce planning and budget preparation preferred
• Preferred: Prior experience working on a federally funded project.

Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $120,000 to $140,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional incentive compensation including regular merit increases and the corporate bonus program.

We Invest in You

• Health & Wellness:
  • Comprehensive medical coverage and company paid Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, AD&D, and paid parental leave
  • Work life balance with Paid Holidays and PTO
  • Fitness and cell phone subsidies, and additional benefits such as legal services, pet insurance and additional supplemental coverage.
  • Employee Assistance Program offering around‑clock counseling
• Financial security:
  • 401(a) (6% employer contribution) and 403(b) (2% match) retirement plans
  • Exceptional career advancement opportunities, recognition, and rewards
  • Corporate bonus program
• Mission Focused:
  • Non-profit organization supporting critical life science research
  • We give scientists the tools they need to make discoveries that improve and save lives
  • Contribute to community involvement and social responsibility

Join ATCC, where we fuel your success, well-being, and development. We're a mission-focused non-profit Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrating a century of supporting global public health. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Shape the future of science with us.