Research Scientist

Location: Northern

## Research Scientist Apply:
US - MD, Bethesda:
Full time:
Posted Today:
44718
** Job Family:
** Scientific Research & Analysis
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* Travel Required:

** None
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* Clearance Required:

** Ability to Obtain Public Trust We are currently searching for a Research Scientist to provide support to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for a short-term engagement through March 2027.  
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* What You Will Do:

*** Support laboratory research focused on scavenger receptors, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) binding, lipid metabolism, infection, inflammation, and atherosclerosis using animal models and related experimental systems.
* Plan, design, execute, and analyze research experiments that advance laboratory methods, protocols, and scientific discovery.
* Perform hands-on laboratory techniques, including cell culture, competition binding experiments, RNA/DNA extraction, reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR), radiotracer and fluorescent probe labeling, radioimmunoassay, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), fluorescent cellular uptake studies, and isolation of lipid particles and apolipoproteins.
* Analyze, interpret, and manage scientific data; maintain electronic laboratory notebooks and experiment databases.
* Prepare protocols, technical reports, abstracts, posters, manuscripts, presentations, and other scientific work products.
* Present research findings in laboratory meetings, scientific meetings, and other professional forums.
* Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment; train staff on proper equipment use and research methods.
* Manage reagents, frozen cell stocks, animal samples, supplies, and other laboratory resources; coordinate supply purchases and maintenance needs for Government approval.
* Support laboratory readiness, organization, cleanliness, and compliance with established procedures.
* Mentor junior scientists, fellows, technicians, and other laboratory staff in research techniques, instrumentation, data analysis, and protocol execution.
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* What You Will Need:

*** Ph.D. degree with a minimum of eight (8) years of research experience
* Demonstrated experience with cell culture techniques, DNA/RNA extraction, ELISA, and scavenger receptors required.
* Experience translating scientific and clinical data into publications, presenting findings at scientific forums, and supporting training.
* Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD “public trust”; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.
* Incumbent capture – no other candidates were considered due to an identified incumbent who meets the labor category requirements provided by the customer
** What Would Be Nice To Have:
*** Preferred fields of study:
Biology, Biological Science, or related scientific discipline.
* Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills
* Experience working in a clinical or federal research setting, preferred.

The annual salary range for this position is $-$. 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
* 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
* annual membership
* Employee Assistance Program
* Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and  protection, etc.)
* Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus