Biologist

Job Family

Biologist (Digital)

Travel Required

None

Clearance Required

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do

Perform advanced procedures such as cell culture, single cell and bulk RNA-seq, ATAC- seq library construction, ChIA-PET, western blotting, molecular biology techniques, adenovirus construction, ELISA, RIA, proteomics, lipid raft extraction, TUNEL assays, flow cytometry, electron microscopy and laser confocal fluorescence microscopy.Proficient in principles of molecular biology such as CRIPSR/Cas9 targeted genome editing and Immunology.Proficient in performing animal experiments, such as on mice.Perform general lab management, and responsible for laboratory upkeep and routine maintenance of equipment, maintaining laboratory supplies and equipment including chemicals, biological materials, etc., required to handle biological materials, carcinogens, recombinant protein materials, acids, biological wastes, etc., maintaining work bench and equipment related to projects. Catalog and label laboratory samples. Help with maintaining and organizing inventory of samples and metadata, and with managing inventory of laboratory supplies and reagents. Liaise with vendors as needed.Maintain detailed records of experiments and their results and prepare the information resulting from these experiments for presentations at laboratory-wide meetings and for publication.Write reports of findings, state methods and procedures, including any modifications employed, specimens and materials involved and results of experiments. Maintain laboratory records. Interpret, evaluate, and discuss the results of each experiment with the task leader as part of the planning process for subsequent studies.Operate and communicate effectively in a group, team-oriented working environment. Work with and support others in a collegial, open, respectful, and interactive working manner. Work collaboratively with others in the lab to generate data for publications.Assist in the analysis and interpretation of data and preparing summaries of laboratory findings to be used in reports and papers to be presented at scientific meetings and/or publication in scientific journals.Assist training of junior lab staff (postdocs, PhD students and postbacs) on hands-on bench skills, sterile technique, including high-throughput sample analyses, tissue culture, animal studies, next generation sequencing and general bench/cellular techniques.

What You Will Need

Ph.D. required.Minimum 4 years of experience working in a laboratory setting.Candidate must successfully complete/pass all background checks and certifications and maintain compliance with the NIH Biosurety program for working with Select Agents and to work in BSL3 and BSL4 laboratories

What Would Be Nice To Have

Comfortable with mathematical modeling, including p65 kinetic analysis and simulation.Comfortable with bioinformatics software.Comfortable with with computer languages such as C++ and Perl and bioinformatics software such as ChiP-Seq, RosMol and Winplas.

What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits Include

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysParental Leave401(k) Retirement PlanGroup Term Life and Travel AssistanceVoluntary Life and AD&D InsuranceHealth Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsTransit and Parking Commuter BenefitsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning OpportunitiesEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachCare.com annual membershipEmployee Assistance ProgramSupplemental 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 Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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