Research Assistant I - Animal Model Research

HJF is seeking a Research Assistant I – Animal Model Research to perform research and/or development in collaboration with others for projects. The Research Assistant provides laboratory and technical support to senior technical and professional staff and solves less complex problems in carrying out research projects in a laboratory environment.

This position will be in support of Dr. Sanchita Ghosh, developing medical countermeasures in a rodent model of Acute Radiation Syndrome at the Armed Forces Radiobiology Research Institute within the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike.

• Performs laboratory research projects, including collection and organization of data.
• Performs various molecular assays (ELISA, RT-PCR and Western blot), follows instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Performs data entry in an accurate, timely, and efficient manner, maintaining clear and accurate data collection records and inventories in accordance with Good Clinical and/or Good Laboratory practices.
• Maintains supplies in the laboratory and ensures proper cleanliness and sanitation in accordance with Good Clinical and/or Good Laboratory practices.
• Creates, collects, disseminates, and maintains appropriate study data.
• Assists with animal studies, including placing orders, administering drugs to animals through various routes, blood and tissue harvest, counting blood cells after harvest, making detailed observations about experiments, and providing basic data analysis and interpretation.
• Assists in the preparation of technical reports, summaries, and protocols; creates and communicates detailed observations on experiments.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor, including attendance of required training for the role.

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Minimum of 0–2 years experience required.

• Knowledge of standard laboratory techniques.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Good communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.

• Lifting:
  Requires lifting materials over 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

• This position will take place primarily in a laboratory setting.

• The hourly pay range for this position is $19.33 – $24.00. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and well‑being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, health savings, retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting professional references, verifying previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a Department of Motor Vehicle check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information (41 CFR 60‑1.35(c)).