Biologist

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Position Objective: Provide services as a Biologist in support of the overall functions of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Duties And Responsibilities

• Initiate development of novel immune assays for cellular and serological screening.
• Develop and improve existing methodology and generation of novel research experiments while maintaining detailed documentation.
• Use established SOP’s for assay execution.
• Trouble shoot assays and adjust scientific methodology to correct problems or deficiencies in a research project or experiment.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records to ensure proper retention of scientific data.
• Maintain reagent and laboratory supplies inventories.
• Attend staff meetings and present experimental date when required.
• Perform data analysis and use analytical software.
• Perform high-throughput evaluations by binding and pseudoneutralization.
• Isolate by flow cytometry, sequence, and profile probe-specific B-cells.
• Support end-point testing for pre-clinical and phase I clinical trials.
• Process and inventory human samples consisting of various biofluids.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 3 years’ experience OR Master’s degree with 2 years’ experience in the techniques listed above. Degrees should be related to Biomedical sciences, Biology, Immunology or science-related field.
• Proficient in a diverse set of clinical research techniques such as multiplexed immunoassay methodologies, pseudovirus neutralization assays, Elispot Assays, flow cytometry, single cell sorting and RNA-seq library prep.
• Experience with automated systems such as liquid handlers and high-throughput robotic instruments.
• Familiarity with GLP or GMP and GCLP.
• Processing of sera, plasma and PBMCs ideal but not essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft work, PowerPoint, Prism and Excel at a minimum.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to write SOPs, evaluation and developments reports and analytical plans.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with non-technical and technical staff.
• Detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.
  
  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Requisition ID: 6669

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