Research Associate I - ORI

at  The Henry M Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine

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HJF is seeking a Research Associate I with Animal Science duties to perform research and/or development in collaboration with other scientific and technical staff. May exercise technical discretion in the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project strategies utilizing animal preclinical models, including preparation and execution of studies. Supports team members on animal experimental design and best practices for animal procedure techniques. Bachelor degree candidates who hold more experience, will also be considered.
This position will be in support of the Combat Wounds Infections Division (CWID) at the Operationally Relevant Infections Department (ORI), of the Naval Medical Research Center, Silver Spring, MD.
The Henry M. 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.

Responsibilities:

• Executes laboratory research by assisting research investigators in animal studies (small animal surgery, large surgery, monitor, post-surgery observation, data collection at time points) in support of research studies.
• 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.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.
• Good communication skills and able to work within a team structure.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree required, preferably in life science.
• Minimum of 0-2 years’ experience required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of complex laboratory procedures.
• Ability to meet deadlines of projects.
• Good communication and analytical skills.
• Previous animal model experience is a plus.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.

• Executes laboratory research by assisting research investigators in animal studies (small animal surgery, large surgery, monitor, post-surgery observation, data collection at time points) in support of research studies.
• 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.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.
• Good communication skills and able to work within a team structure