Associate Scientist – Biomaterials

Worker Type

Regular

Aero Vironment is seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to join the Biological Materials and Processing Research Team at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH. The successful candidate will support a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers conducting research focused on the development of novel biomaterials and biosynthetic approaches for Air Force-relevant applications.

The Associate Scientist will work under the direction of experienced scientists and engineers and will contribute to laboratory research involving molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, protein characterization, and biomaterials processing. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field and a strong interest in developing practical laboratory and research skills.

This position provides an opportunity to work collaboratively with Materials Scientists, Engineers, Bioinformaticians, Chemists, and Microbiologists while gaining experience with a variety of research techniques and analytical methods. As projects evolve, the Associate Scientist may have opportunities to expand their technical knowledge and contribute to additional biomaterials research activities.

• Support laboratory research activities related to the identification, characterization, and evaluation of genes, proteins, and biological materials.
• Perform established molecular biology and biochemical procedures in accordance with written protocols and guidance from senior researchers.
• Assist with the expression, purification, and characterization of recombinant proteins and peptides using established laboratory techniques, including affinity chromatography.
• Perform protein and nucleic acid analysis using gel electrophoresis and related laboratory methods.
• Assist with investigations of chemical and biological protein modifications using established experimental procedures.
• Prepare samples, reagents, and materials for laboratory experiments and research activities.
• Assist with the characterization and evaluation of materials using laboratory analytical techniques and instrumentation, including DMA, TGA, DSC, and microscopy, as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and thorough laboratory records, including experimental procedures, observations, measurements, and results.
• Analyze and document experimental data using established methods and appropriate productivity and analytical tools.
• Communicate research methods, observations, and results to team members through written documentation, informal discussions, and presentations.
• Participate in technical discussions and contribute ideas and observations to support ongoing biotechnology and biomaterials research.
• Collaborate effectively with scientists and engineers from diverse technical disciplines and professional backgrounds.
• Follow established laboratory safety procedures, quality requirements, and organizational policies.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, work areas, samples, and research materials in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support team and program objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, or a closely related scientific discipline.
• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if required.
• Academic, laboratory, internship, or research experience with molecular biology and biochemical techniques.
• Familiarity with recombinant protein and peptide purification techniques, including affinity chromatography such as GST and His-tag purification.
• Familiarity with gel…