Biologist

We are seeking a Biologist to support the National Institutes of Health’s National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Bethesda, MD. Our NIAID professional, technical, and scientific support personnel are part of a team focused on positively impacting millions of lives around the world. Candidates will work at a diverse and vibrant NIAID worksite to directly support ongoing research activities as a contractor team member. Take the next big step in 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

Execute formulation and stability studies within a project development team under guidance of the team leader, including:

Coordination of study tasks among various personal internal and external to formulation project team.

Interpretation of analytical data with an understanding of protein/vaccine structure and stability concepts, and elements of the effects of solution components on stability.

Collation and trending of overall study data and interpretation of study data in consultation with project team lead.

Independent generation of samples using both standard and advanced study specific analytical methods.

Independent analysis of analytical sample data.

Submission for external analytical testing.

Presentation of study data to internal project teams and interdepartmental meetings as needed.

Execute assay development studies for vaccine and biotherapeutic characterization under the guidance of senior personnel, including:

Coordination of study tasks among various personal internal and external to formulation project team.

Independent generation and analysis of samples using both standard and advanced study specific analytical methods.

Independent analysis of analytical sample data.

Interpretation of analytical data with an understanding of protein/vaccine structure and stability concepts, and elements of the effects of solution components on stability.

Collation and trending of overall study data and interpretation of study data in consultation with project team lead and scientific SMEs.

Presentation of study data to internal project teams and interdepartmental meetings as needed.

Prepare technical protocols documenting formulation, stability, and method development studies in collaboration with senior personnel, including design based technical analytical experience and theoretical understanding of protein/vaccine structure and stability concepts.

Prepare technical reports documenting formulation, stability, and method development studies, which may include drafting, editing, and verification of data.

Contribute to professional manuscripts based on results of formulation, stability, and method development studies, as needed.

Provide technical guidance and training to formulation team members.

Provide external service and execute routine maintenance and troubleshooting for one or more pieces of laboratory instrumentation.

Comply with all NIH and VPP policies.

Qualifications

B.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.

Minimum 4 years of industry, government or equivalent experience in protein formulation or a related field. OR

M.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.

Minimum 2 years of academic, industry, government or equivalent experience in protein formulation or a related field (Master’s degree experimental thesis may waive this requirement).

Experience with study coordination and execution in one or more of the following areas: protein/vaccine formulation, protein/vaccine stability, protein/vaccine pre-formulation or related biophysical characterization/development.

Hands-on experience, including data analysis and basic theoretical knowledge, with three or more of the following techniques: UV-visible, fluorescence, Circular Dichroism and/or IR spectroscopy; Differential Scanning Calorimetry; Particle characterization (light scattering, HIAC and/or MFI).

Strong knowledge of protein chemistry and biophysical properties of proteins.

Knowledge of standard biophysical and bioanalytical methods and underlying theory.

Experience with data analysis using standard and specialized software platforms (JMP, Origin, GRAMS, Prism, SigmaPlot, etc.).

Strong time management skills and experience balancing multiple projects.

Excellent interpersonal and group communication skills.

Strong written communication skills.

CAMRIS International LLC offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at 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.

Regular Full-Time