Research Associate II - PHA

HJF is seeking a Research Associate II to preform 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.

This position will be in support of the Day Lab in the Department of Pharmacology and serves as a Research Associate/Veterinary technician in the Department of Pharmacology and Molecular Therapeutics, and is responsible for conducting research in cooperation with Dr. Regina M. Day and other members of her laboratory on lung and bone marrow injury and molecular mechanisms radiation toxicity and radiation countermeasure mechanisms. The incumbent will participate in experimental design, personnel training, and overall function of the laboratory. The incumbent performs specialized bio-laboratory research using protocols that involve specialized procedures related to animal models of pulmonary and hematopoietic radiation injury and cell culture models of radiation toxicity

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

• Handling of nonhuman primates in a study of radiation toxicity. The incumbent will conduct animal irradiation with supportive care, blood draws, and treatments for the testing of radiation countermeasures.
• Related radiation biology and countermeasure research in animal models (mice, minipigs, and nonhuman primates) and in cell culture.
• Performs specialized bio-laboratory research using protocols that involve specialized procedures related to animal models of pulmonary and hematopoietic radiation injury and cell culture models of radiation toxicity.
• Participate in experimental design, personnel training, and overall function of the laboratory.
• Analyze cultured cells or animal tissues exposed to radiation, and determine the efficacy of radiation countermeasures.
• The incumbent is generally involved in highly specialized assignments requiring the performance of complex laboratory tests. He/she operates and maintains complex instrumentation and equipment needed for the analyses preformed
• Performs experiments with animal models and cell culture systems, calculates various formulas and concentrations of drugs and chemicals used in various experiments.
• Analyzes and prepares data for presentation at laboratory group meeting, scientific meetings, and for publications in appropriate journals.
• Maintains detailed and organized records of experimental procedures and observations for the various studies
• Serves as a member of a research team and collaborates in execution of experimental procedures, conducts literature searches, assists in planning research protocols, and in preparing reports of investigations for IACUC reports and for publication.
• Assists in the teaching of students the techniques used in the research in which the incumbent is involved, and advises members of the technical staff of this particular research.
• Maintains and acquires reagents and expendable materials for operation of the laboratory.
• Maintains preventive measures in the laboratory, ensuring the cleanliness of the laboratory space used and the proper preventive maintenance, calibration, operation, and quality control of laboratory equipment.
• The incumbent performs many of the duties of this position with minimal supervision.

Education and Experience

• Masters Degree, or Ph.D. preferred in an area of biological sciences.
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• The incumbent would ideally have more than three years of training or equivalent research skill, subject knowledge, and expertise and experience as reflected by publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals as appropriate to their research.
• Applicants are expected to have previous experience in routine areas of modern molecular biology and biochemical techniques including cell culture, immunohistochemistry, and some experience in animal handling.
• Experience with use of personal computers for manuscript preparation and data analysis is essential.
• Research Associate training is especially preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a laboratory setting.

Work Arrangement

• This position is 100% on site and has no teleworking capability.
• Monday through Friday with regular weekend rotation (usually 2-4 hours).

.Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $57,650-$65,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.