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Scientist I - Cancer Research
Job Description
Overview:
Join the HJF Team!
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.
HJF is seeking a Scientist I develop and conduct research projects.This position will be in support of the Department of Pathology at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences.
The Scientist I will develop and conduct research projects to further the use of LY6 biomarker in immune-oncology. They will Investigate the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions, products, and problems associated with the applications of Ly6 targets. Develops new technologies - cell therapy and antibody therapy and protocols needed to further clinical use of novel tumor biomarker Ly6 for the treatment of solid cancer.
Note: This work site requires that Non-US Citizen incumbents have lived in the US three out of the past five years.
Responsibilities:
- Processes and interprets experimental data. Formulates experimental hypotheses and designs experimental protocols.
- Makes scientific observations, maintains detailed workbooks/documentation, and ensures documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards.
- Coordinates and contributes to new grant and funding applications.
- Trains and supervises laboratory technicians, as needed.
- Prepares written reports and manuscripts for submission to scientific journals.
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of applicable complex scientific procedures and techniques.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to troubleshoot technical procedures.
- Ability to work independently and supervise others.
- Additional relevant experience required; Isolation and culture of mouse and human immune cells, multi clour flow analysis using cytoflex to analyze immune cells in xenografts, transduction of T-cells using virus in culture, T-cell injection via tail vein in mice, work with CAR-T cells and publications.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Assigned Lead: May recommend the following: employee hiring, disciplinary action, and starting salaries; provide input on employee performance evaluations.
Physical Capabilities
- Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
- Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods
- Ability to climb, pull, and lift heavy objects
Qualifications:
Work Environment
- This position will take place primarily in a laboratory setting.
Education and Experience
- Doctorate Degree required.
- Minimum of 2-5 years experience required.
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.
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