Biologist
CAMRIS

Overview

We are seeking a Biologist to support the National Institutes of Health's National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Bethesda, MD. Our NIAID professional, technical, and scientific support personnel are part of a team focused on positively impacting millions of lives around the world. Candidates will work at a diverse and vibrant NIAID worksite to directly support ongoing research activities as a contractor team member. Take the next big step in your career and apply below to help us make a difference.

CAMRIS International is a dynamic clinical research and international development firm that achieves innovative solutions to health and development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective programs and research management services. We combine our proven systems with today's most effective, evidence-based best practices. Our core practice areas include: clinical research; vaccine research, microbiology and infectious disease research, development and production; biodefense; global health security; and HIV/AIDS programs.

Our employees enjoy a diverse, collegial environment where individual contributions matter at all levels. At CAMRIS, you will notably improve the lives of people at home and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Support the Analytical Development department of the Vaccine Production Program (VPP) in the Vaccine Research Center.
• Independently perform UPLC-based content and identification assays for virus vaccines, recombinant proteins and virus-like particles that may be used as clinical vaccine candidates.
• Contribute to the clinical development of a variety of vaccine candidates by independently performing multiple bioassays as required for project success.
• Provide assay support and assay development for cGMP product release and characterization.
• Participate in the development the following assays for protein characterization.
  • Protein A-UPLC
  • SE-UPLC
  • Bioassay development for a virus-like-particle vaccine
  • Develop, characterize, and transfer assays to the VRC pilot plant's QC group for product release.
• Write technical protocols and reports documenting analytical development studies pertaining to his work and the work of the group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related discipline.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in chemistry or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience working in a clinical or research laboratory.
• Demonstrated knowledge of principles and operating procedures of general laboratory equipment.
• Experience with analytical equipment automation or instrument and method qualification will be highly beneficial.
• Confident oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in writing and reviewing method qualification/validation protocols and reports, method transfers, SOPs, QC data packets and other process documents.
• Familiarity with computer software including word processing and data evaluation.
• Knowledge and use of statistical design of experiments (DOE).
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects.
• Strong communications skills, both oral and written.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills.

CAMRIS International LLC offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.CAMRIS.com . CAMRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by any applicable federal, state, or local law.

Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Public Trust-level background check, a requirement for this position under an active federal contract. The background check process may include, but is not limited to the following: (1) contacting your professional references; (2) verification of previous employment, education and credentials; (3) a criminal background check; (4) use/abuse of federally-controlled substances; and (5) a department of motor vehicle check. Candidates must be prepared to fully-complete any required background check questionnaire during initial onboarding.

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