Scientist - NIH VRC

Job Title

Scientist - NIH VRC

Cape Fox Facilities Services is seeking an experienced

Scientist support of the overall functions of the Vaccine Research Center (VRC) on the NIH Bethesda campus by supporting collaborative research in the intramural community ofthe NIH.

The total hourly pay for this exempt position is $53.33for up to 40 hours per week. This rate represents the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. In addition, for eligible positions we offer a variety of benefits including specified holidays, paid leave, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, as well as 401K with company match.

This job will be posted until filled or withdrawn.

• Participate in projects that are complex and scientifically demanding within a specific area/field, specifically Bioanalytical separation.
• Initiate, implement, plan, and execute scientific research and development.
• Determine scientific rigor in assessing own data and that of others, by providing detailed observations,analyzing data, and interpreting results.
• Ensure project goals are met within time and budget constraints.
• Independently initiate, plan, design, evaluate, revise and execute projects within CGE, UPLC field, utilizing good scientific judgment.
• Utilize specific investigation and method development work in support of multiple projects at a time.
• Communicate and initiate investigations for project and process findings, draw conclusions, and act as project manager in the drafting of state-of-art work and publishing of papers.
• Develop research findings and make recommendations to leadership for decision.
• Provide forward-looking perspectives that contribute to “go/no go” decisions by leadership.
• Research and recommend outside technologies for consideration.

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• M.S degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry Life Sciences or a related discipline.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in recombinant protein purification development for GMP clinical-phase products.
• Demonstrated knowledge of maintaining accurate and detailed records.
• Demonstrated expertise in the following techniques or tools for protein purification and characterization:
• Column chromatography for protein purification by AEX, CEX, affinity, SEC, HIC.
• Column packing and testing.
• Qualitative assays including SDS-PAGE and Western Blot.
• UV/vis spectrophotometer.
• Purification development experience for GMP process development in biotech/pharmaceutical or related industry (experience in clinical manufacturing is highly desirable).
• Must be a team player who can effectively work with members from cross-functional departments.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with computer software including word processing and data evaluation.

Occupational health/physical requirements is required

Cape Fox Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities to all persons and prohibit employment decisions on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or sexual orientation. Cape Fox Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates offer preference to Cape Fox Corporation shareholders, descendants and other Native Americans pursuant to Public Law 100-241.

Science / Research

NIH - Bethesda, MD - Bethesda, MD 20892 US (Primary)