Virologist

Responsibilities: Excellent employment opportunity for an Assoc Scientist Bioscience in the Gaithersburg, MD area.This job is a lab-based research role.The work will be focused heavily on molecular viral surveillance and resistance monitoring for the company infection franchise.A background in molecular/clinical virology and/or vaccinology is required.Rescue and characterize pseudo viruses and/or RNA viruses.Apply molecular biology skills to generate recombinant proteins and viruses.Execute biochemical and cell-based assays to characterize candidate or authorized vaccines and mAbs for SARS-CoV-2, RSV, and other viral pathogens.Assist in the preparation and review of bioanalytical data and reports suitable for regulatory submission.Communicate across the matrixed team environment. Experience: Bachelor's Degree in virology, molecular biology, immunology, or another related field with 2+ years of relevant industrial (preferred) or academic experience or a Master's Degree with some relevant experience.Background in molecular biology techniques such as cloning, site-directed mutagenesis, DNA and RNA isolation and purification, sequencing, RT-PCR, and qPCR.Experience in cell culture, viral propagation, and viral titration.Ability to evaluate data quality, troubleshoot, and interpret experimental results.Meticulous tracking and documenting of results in laboratory notebooks, databases, and scientific reportsStrong verbal and written communication skillsDesirable RequirementsHands-on experience with paramyxoviruses and coronavirusesUnderstanding of molecular cloning techniques and vector engineeringUnderstanding of DNA sequencing techniques (NGS and Sanger) and sequence analysisExperience in the handling/processing of clinical specimens