Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a Biologist 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 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 collegial environment where individual contributions matter at all levels. At CAMRIS, you will notably improve the lives of people at home and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Conduct or participate in projects within a specific area or field. Projects are typically small or part or larger projects.
• Make observations, analyze data, and interpret results.
• Present findings at internal meetings.
• Contribute to the preparation of manuscripts.
• Apply and interpret basic scientific or engineering principles, theories, concepts, and protocols in a limited area or field.
• Develop solutions to problems within job scope where precedents exist.
• Work in collaboration with Federal Task Leader to meet project goals and participate in conception of the approach.

Qualifications

• This position requires a BS or MS with no post degree experience required.
• 2-3 years of experience is required.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience analyzing data and interpreting results.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by a candidate to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Ability to lift or carry less than 25 pounds, push or pull less than 25 pounds, reach above shoulder level, and use both hands.
• Required to stand or walk more than 25 of 30 minutes and climb and bend repeatedly.
• Must have depth perception and correctable near vision and be able to distinguish basic colors. Able to perform repetitive activities.
• Required to work on ladders or scaffolding.
• Ability to work alone or closely with others.
• Required to work with solvents. Required to work with hands in water.
• Will be required to be in contact with lasers in instruments, corrosive substances, inorganic dusts and powders, heavy metals, plastics, and sensitizing agents.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, face shields/goggles, safety glasses, safety shoes, and disposable surgical masks.

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.

CAMRIS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for individuals and families, FSAs, HSA, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, legal services, voluntary hospital indemnity, critical illness and accident insurances, EAP, pet insurance, 401(k) with employer match and Roth option, tuition and professional reimbursement, public transportation support in the DMV area, a referral bonus program, vacation with tenure-based increases, PTO, 11 paid holidays, paid bonding leave, and paid supplemental short-term disability.

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.

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