Postdoctoral Research Associate Job at Biomedical Research Institute, Rockville, MD

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  • Biomedical Research Institute
  • Rockville, MD

Job Description

Job Description

 

9410 Key West Avenue

Rockville, Maryland 20850

 

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:  Post-doctoral Research Associate

 

The Biomedical Research Institute (BRI) is an independent nonprofit organization which houses the Schistosomiasis Resource Center and the BRI Biorepository. In the 70 years since its founding, BRI has made seminal contributions to the laboratory maintenance of Schistosoma spp. life cycles; S. mansoni schistosomula ultrastructure, and cryopreservation techniques. BRI has supported schistosomiasis research through the distribution of Schistosoma spp. reagents and molecular products to investigators worldwide. BRI is committed to supporting scientific research that benefits under-resourced communities impacted by infectious diseases.

 

BRI invites applications for a full-time Post-doctoral Research Associate in the area of schistosomiasis, parasitology, and/or infectious diseases. Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent and a commitment to pursue funding opportunities and training grants. Candidates are experienced in cellular and molecular biology; mammalian cell culture; qRT-PCR; cytokine profiling, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, animal modeling, and in vitro viability assays. Successful candidates will demonstrate research accomplishments and the capacity to conduct an independent research program.

 

Qualifications

  • PhD or equivalent
  • Publication(s) in peer-reviewed journals
  • History of collaborative research projects and/or partnerships
  • Excellent analytical, writing and verbal/communication skills

 

Responsibilities

  • Lead experimental design and research objectives utilizing in vitro and in vivo models of schistosomiasis
  • Identify funding opportunities in infectious diseases; manage submission timelines, applications, and objectives
  • Develop new techniques and protocols to advance research objectives
  • Maintain accurate data files, laboratory records, inventories, and logbooks
  • Direct the preparation of data for presentations at scientific meetings; author technical reports & publications
  • Manage laboratory annual permits, certifications, accreditations and regulatory compliance reports
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the PI

 

BRI Benefits:

·       Health, Dental and Vision Coverage

·       Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance

·       401(K) Retirement plan - Employee contribution starting on day one

·       Paid Time Off

 

Applications consist of the following items, which should be sent to: jobs@afbr-bri.org

·       Cover letter and curriculum vitae (combined into a single pdf)

·       Research plan with specific aims and future research objectives (1-2 pages)

·       Contact information of three individuals who will provide letters of reference

 

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Employment with BRI is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. This position is full-time, onsite.

Job location: 9410 Key West Avenue, Rockville, Maryland USA 20850

 

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