Research Associate (Security Clearance required)

Company: Leidos
Location: Silver Spring
Posted on: February 14, 2020

Job Description:

Description Job Description:The Defense Health Operation of Leidos is currently looking for a Research Associate to support the Viral and Rickettsial Diseases Department, Infectious Diseases Directorate, Naval Medical Research Center, Silver Spring, MD.-- --The position will perform virological, immunological, molecular biological as well as animal study procedures to support development of vaccines and diagnostics for militarily relevant viral diseases.Primary ResponsibilitiesThe ideal candidate shall:Plan, conduct, and complete investigations under the supervision of the head of the laboratory.-- Assignments require the performance of complex laboratory tests, determinations, and analyses involving multiple procedures and a variety of technical approaches.Perform literature searches and maintain organized laboratory records and notebooks as required.Assist with the writing and editing of experimental results for publication in technical and peer-reviewed journals.Ensure data integrity and perform data analysis and interpretation.Provide guidance to lower level laboratory staff.Perform other duties as assigned.Work is to be performed on a government installation. The normal work week is Monday - Friday 0800 to 1630.Basic QualificationsThe candidate will be required to acquire, at a minimum, a SECRET classification access level.-- Preference will be given to a candidate who already has this clearance level.Master of Science in a related discipline, or Bachelor of Science with extensive experience.-- Minimum Experience required:-- 2 to 5 years directly related research experienceMust have good communication and analytical skills and the ability to meet project deadlines.Requires long periods of sitting and standing; handling of various chemicalsDue to Federal contract requirements, US citizenship is required.Preferred QualificationsKnowledge of and experience in cell culture, animal handling, PCR, serological assays including antibody and ELISPOT assays, other molecular and immunological assays. NextGen sequencing experience is a plus.External Referral Bonus:IneligiblePotential for Telework:NoClearance Level Required:SecretTravel:NoScheduled Weekly Hours:40Shift:DayRequisition Category:ProfessionalJob Family:Laboratory ScientistLeidos is a Fortune 500-- information technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world's toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and health markets. The company's 33,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $10.19 billion for the fiscal year ended December 28, 2018. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information at any part of the employment application process. And Leidos will communicate with you only through emails that are sent from a Leidos.com email address. If you receive an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information, please report the email to spam.leidos@leidos.com.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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