What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapeutics Research Scientist position at Alakaina Family of Companies?
The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) has a potential need for a Therapeutics Research Scientist to support our government customer located in Fort Detrick, Frederick, MD.
DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Be the Lead Investigator of animal protocols. The tasks for this will include writing, planning and executing animal protocols to evaluate therapeutics for tolerability, pharmacokinetic and in vivo efficacy studies. The Lead Investigator will serve as a liaison between the research team, Veterinary Medicine group and IACUC.
- Conduct in vivo studies to better understand bacterial and viral pathogenesis and design and evaluate vaccines and therapeutics. Pathogens will include multi-drug resistant bacteria and BD BSL-3 pathogens. Perform experiments to determine bacterial load and host immune responses that entails measurement of cytokine and antibody levels.
- Assist in the high-throughput screening assays for the antibacterial and antiviral projects and in the development of novel assays for screening.
- Construct mutant bacterial and viral strains and perform phenotypic characterization of the mutants using in vitro (growth kinetics, intracellular growth within macrophages) and in vivo (determine LD50 studies, bacterial/viral infection studies etc) methods.
- Present research findings/presentations at monthly lab meetings and attend scientific discussion biweekly meetings.
- Maintain an orderly laboratory environment in compliance with regulations. Coordinate ordering of supplies to support research efforts with division staff. Assist in training new personnel including students and other technicians and mentoring junior scientists.
- Communicate experimental data, laboratory or other work-related issues to the appropriate POC. Communicate with vendors for technical support and troubleshooting laboratory equipment with assigned space.
- Assist in the preparation of technical reports and standard operating procedures. Write manuscripts and is expected to present research findings at one scientific conference per year, if required. Present results in written and oral format publicly and internally.
- Prepare and provide a Therapeutics Research Scientific Support progress report.
- In collaboration with USAMRIID leadership, author or coauthor research proposals, solicitations, and other vehicles to solicit financial support to meet USAMRIID mission/portfolio objectives. This includes assisting to answer service calls from government sponsors (e.g. DTRA).
- Assist in the preparation of technical reports, standard operating procedures, and manuscripts relating to their research efforts. May be expected to present research findings at scientific conferences. Present results in written and oral format publicly and internally as requested.
REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
Masters of Science in Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology or other scientific field of study and a minimum of 4 years of related experience. (PhD preferred)
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Extensive experience working with mouse models of bacterial and viral infection and understanding bacterial and viral pathogenesis is needed for successful performance.
REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:
- U.S. Citizen
- Must pass NACI background check.
- Must be willing to work in a BSL 3 laboratory.
- Must be eligible to enroll in the BPRP and CS-PRP programs.
The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible full-time employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees
“EOE, including Disability/Vets” OR “Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans”
The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kūpono Government Services, and Kāpili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kīkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.
For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com
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