Biologist - NIH - DIR/LVD

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We are seeking a Biologist to support the overall functions of the Laboratory of Viral Diseases (LVD) and the SARS-CoV-2 Virology Core (SVC) within National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease, National Institutes of Health. The SVC is a high-containment research core embedded in the LVD that advances SARS-CoV-2 research on the NIH Bethesda campus by supporting collaborative research in the intramural community of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

• Conduct research in a BSL3 laboratory.
• Read and Follow protocols in the production of laboratory reagents.
• Perform mammalian cell culture aseptic techniques.
• Work with standard virological techniques that include virus enumeration (plaque and TCID50 assays) viral stock preparation, virus concentration and purification, scale-up, and characterization.
• Work with molecular biology techniques including quantitative PCR and molecular cloning with in next generation deep sequencing techniques.
• Proficient in the design and application of ELISA techniques to quantify viral antigens or in support of serology.
• Perform work with anti-viral compound screening using cell based assays.
• Perform assays to measure the functional properties of antibodies including neutralization assays.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records.
• Analyze, discuss, and interpret data with other members of the lab, and able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Maintain lab supplies - order scientific reagents and equipment, such as obtaining price quotes, tracking of orders, inventory of materials, and restocking the laboratory.
• Maintain safe workplace and must adhere to all appropriate safety and occupational health rules and regulations.
• Strict adherence to all safety requirements and protocols in a high containment BSL-3 laboratory environment.

• Master's Degree plus 6 years' experience or a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 10 years' experience.
• Must complete and maintain a NIH Tier 3 elevated security clearance required for work in high containment laboratories and maintain of standing in the NIH Biosecurity program
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment including a PAPR.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English.
• Must be able to receive required vaccinations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

CAMRIS International, LLC offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at CAMRIS.com. CAMRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by any applicable federal, state, or local law.