Scientist

at  CAMRIS

Overview:
We are seeking a Scientist to support the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH), world renowned National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Bethesda, MD. Our NIAID professional, technical, and scientific support personnel are part of a preeminent team focused on positively impacting millions of lives around the world with groundbreaking research. Candidates will work at a prominent, diverse and vibrant NIAID worksite to directly support exciting ongoing research activities as a contractor team member. Accelerate your career and apply below to help us make a difference.
CAMRIS International is a dynamic clinical research and international development firm that achieves innovative solutions to health and development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective programs and research management services. We combine our proven systems with today’s most effective, evidence-based best practices. Our core practice areas include: clinical research; vaccine research, microbiology and infectious disease research, development and production; biodefense; global health security; and HIV/AIDS programs.
Our employees enjoy a diverse, collegial environment where individual contributions matter at all levels. At CAMRIS, you will notably improve the lives of people at home and abroad.

Responsibilities:

• Perform a wide range of application principles, theories and concepts in field of interest plus working knowledge of other related disciplines.
• Provide assay /testing and decisions and recommendations; conduct independent investigations; generate internal or external documents valuable to VPP; contribute to project teams.
• Coordinate and establish relationships and possible collaborations within department, outside department, and outside the organization, such as customers and suppliers.
• Use mass spectrometry for characterization and quantification of products in support of all vaccine and monoclonal antibody development.
• Set up new methods, support project characterization, investigations, and trouble shooting.
• Work independently within project teams to design, develop and optimize analytical assays and innovatively set up new mass spec qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Lead other chromatography or immune-assay method development and project support, as well as being involved in project presentations and cutting-edge scientific investigations.

Qualifications:

• PhD in biochemistry, analytical chemistry or related discipline is required.
• Minimum of three (3) to four (4) years of related experience is required.
• Experience with a mass spectrometer and using mass spectrometry for characterization.
• Experience in leading immune-assay method development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

CAMRIS International LLC offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.CAMRIS.com. CAMRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by any applicable federal, state, or local law.
Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Public Trust-level background check, a requirement for this position under an active federal contract. The background check process may include, but is not limited to the following: (1) contacting your professional references; (2) verification of previous employment, education and credentials; (3) a criminal background check; (4) use/abuse of federally-controlled substances; and (5) a department of motor vehicle check. Candidates must be prepared to fully-complete any required background check questionnaire during initial onboarding

• Perform a wide range of application principles, theories and concepts in field of interest plus working knowledge of other related disciplines.
• Provide assay /testing and decisions and recommendations; conduct independent investigations; generate internal or external documents valuable to VPP; contribute to project teams.
• Coordinate and establish relationships and possible collaborations within department, outside department, and outside the organization, such as customers and suppliers.
• Use mass spectrometry for characterization and quantification of products in support of all vaccine and monoclonal antibody development.
• Set up new methods, support project characterization, investigations, and trouble shooting.
• Work independently within project teams to design, develop and optimize analytical assays and innovatively set up new mass spec qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Lead other chromatography or immune-assay method development and project support, as well as being involved in project presentations and cutting-edge scientific investigations