Senior Virology Scientist

Overview

National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Ft. Detrick (Frederick) - Fort Detrick, MD 21702
Salary Range: $ - $ Salary/year
Position Type:
Full Time

Job Shift:
Day
Education Level:
Ph.D.

Travel Percentage :
None
Category:
Public Health

Position Objective: The Senior Virology Scientist will provide services in support of the overall functions of the Office of Chief Scientist - Integrated Research Facility (OCSIRF) within the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. The PI-2 Core has the principal focus of developing and executing an independent research program focused on understanding aspects of infection, pathogen replication or pathogenesis to support the mission of the IRF-Frederick and NIAID.

• Provide research services to support animal studies, such as perform virology research that is focused on high-risk (BSL-3 and/or BSL-4) viral pathogens.
• Perform research that takes advantage of IRF-Frederick resources to increase understanding of the pathogenesis of high consequence viruses to include the use of animal models. This role will develop and lead research projects at the direction of the Senior Scientist.
• Develop and assist the Federal Task Leader and other members with research projects and will work with and mentor subordinate staff.
• Design, develop and execute cutting edge virology research projects that utilize unique IRF-Frederick resources at the direction of the Federal Task Leader.
• Maintain good laboratory research documentation including laboratory notebooks (electronic or otherwise).
• Maintain proper inventory of any virological agents and specialized reagents.
• Submit peer-reviewed publications, preferably in high impact journals.

• Minimum of a PhD or similar from an accredited college or university with a focus on virology, molecular biology, cell biology, immunology or a related field.
• Completion of a post-doctoral fellowship with a focus on virology.
• Extensive (>5 years) virology research experience with a focus on Risk Group 3 or 4 viruses.

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Analytic, organizational, and time management skills.

* This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.

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