Staff Scientist

US132 Guidehouse Digital, LLC; Bethesda (MD); In loco; USD 98.000 - 163.000; Tempo pieno

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Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Descrizione del lavoro

Guidehouse is seeking a Scientist in Bethesda, MD for a full-time, on-site role. You will breed and culture zebrafish, perform FISH and microscopy, and generate transgenic lines while advancing gene function studies.

Required PhD with substantial related experience or MS with extensive expertise in fish genetics. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a public trust; active trust is preferred.

Competenze

• PhD required with 4+ years of related experience or a master's with 6+ years.
• Experience in FISH and microscopy is essential.
• Deep knowledge of fish genetics and asexual reproduction.]
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD “public trust”; adjudication required before onboarding.

Mansioni

• Breed and cross different fish colonies.
• Culture primary cells collected from fish germline or soma.
• Fix and immunostain cells and tissues collected from fish.
• Perform traditional and Gateway cloning to tag genes with fluorescent and non-fluorescent tags.
• Generate mutant gene alleles for structure–function studies.
• Record and interpret experimental research data.
• Review and discuss experimental results.
• Train others to perform biological assays.
• Create and maintain zebrafish transgenic animals.

Conoscenze

FISH fluorescence & microscopy

Fish genetics knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Formazione

PhD in Biology/Life Sciences or related discipline

Strumenti

MS Office Suite

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Family

Scientist Travel Required: None Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Public Trust

This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD.

What You Will Do

• Breed and cross different fish colonies.
• Culture primary cells collected from fish germline or soma.
• Fix and immune-stain cells and tissues collected from fish.
• Perform traditional and Gateway cloning to tag genes with a wide variety of fluorescent and non-fluorescent tags.
• Generate mutant gene alleles for structure function studies.
• Record and interpret experimental research data.
• Review and discuss experimental research results.
• Train others to perform biological and biochemical assays.
• Create and maintain zebrafish transgenic animals.

What You Will Need

• Ph.D. in Biology, Life Sciences or a related discipline with a minimum FOUR (4) years of experience in related field or master’s degree with at least SIX (6) years of specialized experience in lieu of PhD.
• Extensive experience in Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) and microscopy techniques.
• Extensive knowledge of fish and frog genetics and asexual reproduction.
• 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.
• No other candidates were considered due to incumbent candidate being identified.
• They meet the labor category requirements provided by the customer.

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experienced with MS Office Suite.
• Able to compile research findings, reports and develop manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals.

The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00.

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

• 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.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail].

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Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Guidehouse is a global AI-led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. With an integrated business technology approach, Guidehouse drives efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Built to help clients across industries outwit complexity, the firm brings together approximately 18,000 professionals to achieve lasting impact and shape a meaningful future.

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