Research Scientist at CDC Foundation Contract

, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Mar, 26

Salary

80000.0

Posted On

01 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Entomology, Biology, Public Health, Laboratory Experience, Data Analysis, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Teamwork, Biosafety Protocols, Laboratory Maintenance, Time Management, Self-Directed, Report Preparation, Insect Rearing, Supervision

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Overview The Research Scientist will assist with the development of techniques to artificially inseminate female mosquitoes that allows for the development of viable offspring. This methodology will eventually be used to deposit cryopreserved sperm into females. This position works 40 hours per week, some of which may consist of occasional weekend and holiday work. The Research Scientist will be hired by, and an employee of, the CDC Foundation and will support the National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID) within the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Duties and Responsibilities · Maintain and rear insects · Perform bioassays and other experiments with the goal of developing a means to artificially inseminate female mosquitoes to produce viable offspring. Potential activities include: o stimulating male mosquitoes to release sperm via several methods including removing the heads o co-injecting a 20-hydroxecdysone, a hormone transferred from male to female during mating o attempting external fertilization of eggs from gravid females that have been mated with hybrid males with degenerate testes · Assist in preparing and distributing mosquitoes to collaborators · Maintain records (paper and electronic) and related documents · Prepare reports as scheduled or requested by the supervisor · Conduct general laboratory maintenance · Follow established biosafety protocols and procedures · As required by the project, participate in limited travel for training purposes · Supervise Laboratory Technician assigned to the project by ensuring they are trained to perform their duties, working with them to set performance goals, holding regular meetings and providing regular constructive feedback, monitoring progress toward performance goals, completing annual performance evaluations, and approving time and attendance · Maintain regular communication with the project’s Program Officer and Principal Investigator regarding performance of Laboratory Technician · Participate in recruitment and onboarding of project staff, as appropriate · Other duties as assigned Qualifications and Skills Necessary · Ph.D. degree in entomology, biology, public health, or related science field (or minimum two years relevant experience) · Laboratory experience in the handling and rearing of insects preferred · Demonstrated ability to plan and manage time and effort to ensure high quality materials are produced · Demonstrated ability to make efficient judgments regarding priorities and be largely self-directed · Proven ability to compile and analyze lab data · Strong written and verbal communication skills and organizational skills · Proficient use of different computer programs (Microsoft Office and lab analysis software) · Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated success as a team player · Ability to interact with individuals from a variety of disciplines and backgrounds · Highly capable of tracking, summarizing, and reporting lab activities · Experience in performing laboratory maintenance activities Position Highlights Location: This position is based in Atlanta, GA and will work a hybrid schedule at the CDC’s Roybal campus. Salary: $80,000, plus benefits Position Type: Grant-funded, limited-term opportunity contingent upon funding Position End Date: February 27, 2026 The CDC Foundation is a smoke-free environment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law. We comply with all applicable laws including E.O. 11246 and the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 governing employment practices and do not discriminate on the basis of any unlawful criteria in accordance with 41 C.F.R. §§ 60-300.5(a)(12) and 60-741.5(a)(7). As a federal government contractor, we take affirmative action on behalf of protected veterans. About the CDC Foundation  The CDC Foundation helps CDC save and improve lives by unleashing the power of collaboration between CDC, philanthropies, corporations, organizations and individuals to protect the health, safety and security of America and the world. The CDC Foundation is the go-to nonprofit authorized by Congress to mobilize philanthropic partners and private-sector resources to support CDC’s critical health protection mission. The CDC Foundation manages hundreds of programs each year impacting a variety of health threats from chronic disease conditions including cardiovascular disease and cancer, to infectious diseases like rotavirus and HIV, to emergency responses, including COVID-19 and Ebola. Visit www.cdcfoundation.org [http://www.cdcfoundation.org/] for more information. 

Responsibilities

The Research Scientist will assist in developing techniques for artificially inseminating female mosquitoes to produce viable offspring. This includes maintaining insects, performing experiments, and supervising a Laboratory Technician.