Staff Scientist

Georgetown University; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement savings

Job summary

Georgetown University seeks a skilled professional to support the Immunohistochemistry Department within the Histopathology Laboratory of the Lombardi Cancer Center. The role involves immunohistochemical staining, slide scanning, image acquisition and analysis to advance biomarker discovery and validation.

The on-campus position reports to the HTSR Director and collaborates with immunohistochemistry and image analysis teams while ensuring accurate billing and cost estimates for investigators.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; PhD preferred.
• Experience with image analysis and immunohistochemistry.
• Aptitude for working with research specimens and image analysis.
• Knowledge of anatomy and histology.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and document management.
• Organized with initiative and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Perform immunohistochemical tissue staining and slide preparation.
• Conduct slide scanning, image acquisition and analysis for biomarker work.
• Assist with billing estimates and expense planning for investigators.

Skills

Immunohistochemistry

Image analysis

Histology techniques

Laboratory skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Documentation skills

Education

Master’s degree

PhD preferred

Doctoral degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Database management

Image analysis software

Job description

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D. C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Job Overview

The position provides skilled medical technology and histology capabilities to support the scope of the pathology and histology services, and the research related functions and goals of the Histopathology Laboratory in the Lombardi Cancer Center. Daily responsibilities include Immunohistochemical tissue staining, slide scanning, image acquisition and image analysis to support biomarker discovery and validation. This position is part of Immunohistochemistry Department, a sub-division of the Histopathology and Tissue Shared resource. The position reports directly to the HTSR Director(s) and works with other personnel in immunohistochemistry and image analysis areas. Prepares billing for completed work to ensure proper payment for services provided. Provides estimates of expenses to investigators for work to be done in this division. The general laboratory environment requires adhering to safety procedures including universal precautions- gowns, gloves, masks, and goggles as appropriate. Work in biosafety cabinets for some procedures. Also work in fume hood. Use of hazardous chemicals and other biohazardous agents including infectious agents. Microtomy and dissection using sharp instruments. May require standing and bending for extended periods. Walking short to moderate distances within and between laboratories. Hand movement and finger dexterity and high-level motor skills. Eye-hand coordination. Lifting and carrying items up to 25 pounds. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Work Interactions

This position supports translational and basic research projects including but not limited to Lombardi mission critical goals of biomarker discovery and validation. For translational research projects, within the HTSR, biospecimen are identified in the Human Tissue Bank, sectioned in the Histology laboratory and stained by the 2 technicians in the IHC facility. Coordinated activities between these three departments and appropriate communication with principal investigators are critical to the success of this position.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; PhD preferred
• Minimum of 1-2 year’s computing and laboratory experience/skills, preferably with image analysis and direct immunohistochemistry skills
• Doctoral degree with laboratory and some biocomputing skills are minimal requirements, preference for individuals with experience with Immunohistochemistry and image acquisition and analysis
• Aptitude for working with research specimens and image analysis
• Knowledge of anatomy and histology
• Background in computer and laboratory science, preferably in image analysis and Immunohistochemistry
• Proficient in Microsoft office, file, maintenance, database management and spreadsheet applications
• Laboratory experience and Doctoral degree
• Must be organized, initiative, problem solving ability
• Must be typing and office experience and skills
• Must be detail orientated
• Must be good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Must have the ability to document and keep complete records
• Must be Microsoft Office proficient

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range

Pay Range: The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $47,586.00 - $87,558.13 Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

EEO Statement

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

• Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options.
• You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.
• Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options.
• You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

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