Research Associate II

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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.

Note: This work site requires that Non-US Citizen incumbents have lived in the US three out of the past five years.

• 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.
• Responsible for keeping a detailed logbook of all experiments and will be responsible for participating in animal research.
• Participate in daily animal experiments, analyze animal tissues exposed to radiation, and determine the efficacy of radiation countermeasures. The incumbent will use such techniques as phlebotomy, anesthesia, administration of analgesics and antibiotics, and animal care.
• Experimental techniques may be performed, which might include immunohistochemistry, immunocytochemistry, qRT-PCR, western blotting, and a number of other biochemical assays. The incumbent will also participate in the development of new methods and techniques to enhance the reliability of research results or to accommodate experimental conditions.
• Involved in highly specialized assignments requiring the performance of complex animal experiments, especially with nonhuman primates.
• Operate and maintains complex instrumentation and equipment needed for the animal care.
• Performs experiments with animal models, calculates various formulas and concentrations of drugs and chemicals used for treatment and care of the animals.
• Analyze and prepare data for presentation at laboratory group meeting, scientific meetings, and for publications in appropriate journals.
• Participate in the teaching of graduate or medical students or other senior research staff the techniques used in the animal research in which the incumbent is involved, and advises members of the technical staff of this particular research.
• Maintain detailed and organized records of experimental procedures and observations for the various studies.
• Serve 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.
• The incumbent performs many of the duties of this position with minimal supervision.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree preferred
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Veterinary technician training is strongly preferred.

• 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 animal handling. Additional training will be provided for advanced animal experimental techniques.

  • Must be comfortable working with non-human primates, mice and pigs in a research setting

• 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-$64,000. 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.

Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.

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(c)

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