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SARS-CoV-2 Serology Post-Doctoral Fellow

Employer
Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research
Location
Frederick, MD
Start date
Sep 2, 2022

Job Details

SARS-CoV-2 Serology Post-Doctoral Fellow

Job ID: req2536
Employee Type: exempt full-time
Division: Applied & Development Research Program
Facility: Frederick: ATRF
Location: 8560 Progress Dr, Frederick, MD 21701 USA

The Frederick National Laboratory is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc.  The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and first-in-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious diseases.

Our core values of accountability, compassion, collaboration, dedication, integrity, and versatility serve as a guidepost for how we do our work every day in serving the public’s interest.  

 Position Overview:

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Clinical Services Program's primary mission is to perform sequential studies using samples obtained from patients with cancer, AIDS, chronic granulomatous disease or other diseases associated with immunologic dysfunction, as well as to monitor viral load in patients with HIV.

The Vaccine, Immunity and Cancer Program investigates immune responses to infections and vaccines in preclinical and clinical studies, with a focus on HPV and more recently on COVID-19 serology.

The Vaccine, Cancer and Immunity Program is seeking a highly motivated Post-Doctoral Fellow with a strong background in immunology, infectious diseases and vaccines to work on understanding of SARS-CoV-2 immune responses to natural infection and vaccines.

KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Conduct immunological studies to understand antibody responses to SARS-CoV-2 infection and candidate vaccines within clinical trials
  • Independently design and execute experiments with rigorously, and evaluate and analyze experimental data
  • Optimize and develop immunological assays, including antibody avidity, multiplex and pseudoviral neutralization assays
  • Ability to troubleshoot results independently
  • Present research findings at internal and external meetings
  • Write manuscripts
  • Accurately document experiments and follow good documentation practices
  • Write proposals, reports and manuscripts
  • BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

    To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

    • Possession of a PhD degree in Immunology or a related field from an accredited college or university according to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency
    • No work experience required with a PhD degree
    • Strong background in molecular biology techniques
    • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects
    • Strong analytical skills
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance 

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

  • Strong background in immunology
  • Record of outstanding research productivity reflected in publications
  • Proficient in immunological techniques, such as ELISA, Multiplex Assays, ELISPOT, Flow Cytometry, as well as cellular and molecular biology techniques, next generation sequencing, proteomics and transcriptomics
  • Experience in assay development and validation
  • Experience in analyses of large, complex data sets from immunological, translational research studies
  • Experience in conducting research within clinical trials, in a GCLP/CLIA environment
  • Strong understanding of GLP/GCLP/CLIA requirements
  •  JOB HAZARDS

    • This position is subject to working with or have potential for exposure to infectious material, requiring medical clearance and immunizations

    Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) | Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) | Drug Free Workplace (DFW)

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    Company

    A rewarding career with global impact

    Whether you’re an expert in your field or just starting out, we have a career opportunity for you. We’re always looking for people to join us in fulfilling the mission of the Frederick National Laboratory: discovery, innovation, and success in the biomedical sciences.

    Our team of 2,400+ scientists, technicians, administrators, and support staff work at the forefront of basic, translational, and preclinical science, with a focus on cancer, AIDS, and other infectious diseases.

    We collaborate with colleagues across the National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, and others throughout the National Institutes of Health. We also engage with extramural investigators in academia, government and industry.

    Your path to joining our team begins with the desire to work for the only national laboratory dedicated to biomedical research. Our employees share a common desire to help make a difference in cancer research and public health concerns. As you search for a career that fits your education, skills, and abilities, explore the core values that guide us and emphasize work-life balance.

    Discover why joining the Frederick National Laboratory team could be the most important career step you take

     

     

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    301-846-1000
    Location
    8560 Progress Drive
    Frederick
    MD
    21701
    US

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