Bethesda, MD, USA
1 day ago
Biological Scientist

Job Family:

Biologist (Digital)


Travel Required:

None


Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:
We are currently searching for Biological Scientist to provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). The primary objective is to provide

services and deliverables through performance of support services that will advance fundamental knowledge of axonal mitochondrial transport and brain energy metabolism in health and neurodegenerative diseases. Specifically, the

contractor will develop research projects independently, conduct research using experimental models targeting brain energy metabolism and investigate synaptic mechanisms to promote the survival and integration of adult-born neurons into brain neural circuits. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD.

Conduct high-quality research to address fundamental questions in new research frontier: mechanisms underlying maintenance of axonal and synaptic energy and cellular homeostasis in neurodegeneration and regeneration.Design and conduct experiments with NIH-approved methodology, collect and analyze data, maintain well-organized records and research notes, draw conclusions consistent with results, write manuscript and review articles for publication.Study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and function.Collect and analyze biological data about relationships among and between organisms and their environment.Analyze experimental data and interpret results to author reports and summaries of findings.Develop and maintain liaisons and effective working relations with groups and individuals, agencies, and the public to encourage cooperative management strategies or to develop information and interpret findings.Coordinate the work of biological technicians and technologists and other scientists.Maintain productive collaborations with the highest level of integrity and accountability in multiple projects with lab members. Communicate experimental results and new methodologies and procedures in the laboratory. Train junior lab members in laboratory techniques and experimental procedures.Assist in daily lab management; maintaining transgenic mouse lines, include setting up breeding pairs, performing neuronal cultures, and maintaining lab equipment.Develop and maintain multidisciplinary analysis of mouse models combined with genetic and molecular manipulation.Program and use computers to store, process, and analyze data.Record and interpret research or operational data.Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.Ensure compliance with NINDS/NIH safety regulations; affect any safety changes required following annual inspections.


What You Will Need:

PhD degree in Neuroscience or master’s degree with three (3) years of specialized experience in lieu of PhD.At least SIX (6) years of post-doc experience in neuroscience research.Listed as first-author on at least three (3) papers in neuroscience research.Must be proficient in MS Office products, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.


What Would Be Nice To Have:

Develop research projects independently including experimental design, procedure development, and collecting and analyzing data for presentations in conference and publishing paper.Conducting research in using experimental models targeting brain energy metabolism and investigating synaptic mechanisms to promote the survival and integration of adult-born neurons into neural circuits.Imaging software: Imaris, ImageJ, Neurolucinda, and MBF Stereo software.Electrophysiology recordings analysis software: Axon™ pCLAMP™ integrated with the patch-clamp system.Mouse behavioral ANY-Maze software.GraphPad Prism and graphing.BLAST for comparing biological sequences.

The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


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 Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Care.com annual membership

Employee Assistance Program

Supplemental 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.


Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.


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