Medical Research Associate - Bethesda, MD, United States - Henry M. Jackson Foundation

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    Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine.

    We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike.

    Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners.

    HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.


    HJF is seeking a Research Associate I to perform research and/or development in collaboration with other scientific and technical staff.

    Exercises technical discretion in the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project strategies. This position will be in support of the Biochemistry department in the lab of Dr. This position performs research and/or development with other scientific and technical staff. Exercises technical discretion in the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project strategies.

    We are seeking a focused and motivated scientist who has completed their PhD in Cell and Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cancer Biology or related fields and is looking to continue their training research associate.


    Our lab is funded by the NIH (NICHD and NIGMS) to assess two major initiatives: We seek a candidate for initiating and carrying out research projects in collaboration with a research team.


    An application will also be bolstered by knowledge in methods such as fluorescence microscopy (live cell imaging and/or immunofluorescence microscopy), immuno-histology, molecular biology (DNA cloning, RT-PCR, and protein expression/purification, CRISPR/Cas9 genomic engineering), co-immunoprecipitation, gene targeting/transgenic techniques, and biochemical assays including ELISA, colorimetric, fluorometric, and luminescent assays.

    Experience with single-cell analyses such as RNA-seq, ATACseq, ChIPseq, etc. are also of interest for our research objectives.

    Plans, conducts, and completes investigations under supervision

    • Assists with the writing and editing of experimental results for publication in technical and peer-reviewed journals.
    • Performs routine data analysis and verifies and corrects data entry.
    • Maintains records and documentation regarding assigned research.
    • Documents current or new procedures or protocols for sample selection, data collection, data processing, and/or statistical estimation.
    • This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.
    Knowledge of complex laboratory procedures

    • Ability to meet deadlines of projects
    • Knowledge of appropriate scientific area;
    * ability to analyze and interpret data;
    * ability to communicate research findings in manuscript and presentation forms (posters and talks)

    • Experience with single-cell analyses such as RNA-seq, ATACseq, ChIPseq, etc.
    This position will take place primarily in a laboratory setting.

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

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities


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