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    Senior Research Associate - Washington DC, United States - George Washington University

    George Washington University
    George Washington University Washington DC, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

    Job Description Summary:

    Founded in 1824, the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) is the 11th oldest medical school in the country and the first in the nation's capital. Since its establishment, the school has been at the forefront of medical education, and has grown to include highly-ranked programs in the health and biomedical sciences. With dozens of top-tier residency programs, SMHS is a competitive and esteemed destination for medical school graduates across the country. Find out more here: .

    The laboratory of Dr. David Watkins is looking for a talented Senior Research Associate who is interested in working in the development and efficacy testing of vaccines, diagnostics, and therapeutic drugs against virus and other diseases including cancers. The Watkins' lab has been focused on understanding the immune response to viruses and regularly works with BSL2 pathogens such as HIV/SIV, Dengue, Zika, and Yellow Fever. We also perform work under BSL3 conditions to handle pathogens like Coronaviruses, and influenza among others. This experienced researcher position carries out research/development activities by designing and conducting experiments in a controlled laboratory setting. Using a wide degree of creativity and latitude, the core responsibilities of this position include making detailed observations, analyzing data and interpreting results with limited guidance from the Principal Investigator. This role compiles results, prepares technical reports and documentation of outcomes, and assists with the preparation of results for publication. This role has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. The position will perform diverse experiments including cell culture maintenance, cell preparation from animal tissues, bacterial cloning and plasmid prep, PCR, protein purification, and flow cytometry analysis. This position will provide guidance to lower level staff.

    Responsibilities include:

    o Performs mammalian cell culture and bacterial DNA preps.

    o Processes animal blood into different components and use in immunological techniques.

    o Plans and schedules experiments consistent with the timeline and objectives of ongoing research projects.

    o Aids research scientists within the laboratory with their day to day experiments.

    o Assists in the preparation of manuscripts and grants.

    Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    Qualified candidates will hold a master's degree and 3 years of direct experience in a related discipline. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position

    Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

    Preferred Qualifications:

    o Skill in immunology-based techniques like flow cytometry, ELISA, and bacterial cloning.

    o Experience in microbiology, immunology, biochemistry, or virology.

    Typical Hiring Range

    Commensurate with Experience.

    II. POSITION INFORMATION

    Campus Location:

    Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

    College/School/Department:

    School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS)

    Family

    Research and Labs

    Sub-Family

    Laboratory Research

    Stream

    Individual Contributor

    Level

    Level 2

    Full-Time/Part-Time:

    Full time -> FTE 1.00

    Hours Per Week:

    40

    Work Schedule:

    Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

    Will this job require the employee to work on site?

    Yes

    Employee Onsite Status

    On-campus (in person)

    Telework:

    Required Background Check

    Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

    Special Instructions to Applicants:

    Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

    Internal Applicants Only?

    No

    Posting Number:

    R001866

    Job Open Date:

    10/19/2023

    Job Close Date:

    If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:

    Background Screening

    Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

    EEO Statement:

    The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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