Research Analyst II

## Research Analyst IIApply:
US - MD, Bethesda:
Full time:
Posted Today:
45576
** Job Family:
** Research Analyst
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* Travel Required:

** None
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* Clearance Required:

** Ability to Obtain Public Trust Guidehouse is seeking a Research Analyst II to support research and development activities for a federal client. This role will support research involving microbiological and chemical contaminants, including laboratory analysis, sample collection, data analysis, and technical documentation.
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* What You Will Do:

** Support research and development activities, including laboratory and field-based research.
* Collect, prepare, process, and analyze samples.
* Conduct laboratory testing and analyses, including propagation, and molecular detection and/or characterization of microorganisms.
* Document laboratory analyses, procedures, results, and observations.
* Draft project reports and manuscripts for publication.  
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* What You Will Need:

*** Bachelor’s degree in marine biology or a related field, such as molecular biology, microbiology, biology, or biochemistry with a Minimum (2)+ years of experience.
* Experience conducting laboratory testing and analysis.
* Experience collecting environmental samples from marine environments.
* Ability to document laboratory activities, analyze data, and support development of technical reports.
* Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD Public Trust. Candidates must receive approved adjudication of their Public Trust prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active Public Trust or existing suitability are preferred.
* ** What Would Be Nice To Have:
** FDA experience.
* Experience extracting, purifying, and characterizing biological toxins.
* Experience propagating bacterial and eukaryotic microorganisms.
* Experience developing molecular assays to detect and/or identify bacterial species.
* Experience preparing RNA, DNA, and protein extractions for analyses.
* Experience performing molecular analyses using real-time PCR, Sanger sequencing, and/or next-generation sequencing
* Experience performing bioinformatics analysis of DNA sequence data.

The annual salary range for this position is $56,000.00-$94,000.00. 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.
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* 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
* Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
* Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
* 401(k) Retirement Plan
* Basic Life & Supplemental Life
* Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
* Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
* Student Loan Pay Down
* Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
* Skills Development & Certifications
* Employee Referral Program
* Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
* Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
* Mobility Stipend