Job Description

The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), a national leader in scientific research and development, located midway between Baltimore and Washington, DC is seeking a junior Biomaterials Scientist.

Are you passionate about being on the forefront of discovery for new approaches in synthesizing and characterizing biomaterials?

Are you excited about providing new insights to our Nation's biological challenges?

If so, we are looking for someone like you to join our team!

The Applied Biological Sciences Group (QLA), located within the Asymmetric Operations Sector (AOS), is committed to APL's mission to provide critical contributions to critical challenges. We are seeking an early career materials scientist to contribute to a variety of research, development, and characterization projects in biomaterials science that will help understand and mitigate the impacts of emerging biological threats. We are a hard-working team who love taking on ambitious, multi-disciplinary problems that often span scientific disciplines and engineering approaches. We believe in strong and collaborative relationships, and we strive to foster a work environment of safety, trust, confidence, teamwork, and accountability. We are passionate about getting the right solution to our sponsors and end users and are committed to integrity and honesty. We strive to be a trusted agent for the government and cultivate an environment of trust, transparency, and accountability. At APL, you will be among creative thinkers, motivated problem solvers and life-long learners that want to strengthen the safety and security of our country and our warfighter.

As a Junior Materials/Biomaterials Scientist, you will:

• Conduct basic and applied research to better understand the impacts of nanoparticle exposures on human health.
• Synthesize organic and inorganic nanoparticles and assist in the development of novel formulations or synthesis methods.
• Collaborate closely with experienced chemists and biologists, performing experiments in support of a diverse set of research areas (biodefense, healthcare, etc.).
• Receive mentorship from subject matter experts and grow your capabilities in the laboratory.
• Demonstrate technical expertise through designing and performing experiments, analyzing data, writing technical reports and publications.
• Publish and present findings to our sponsors and the broader scientific community.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Possess a bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Biological or Chemical Engineering, or a related field
• 1 year of experience working with organic or inorganic nanoparticles.
• Experience with laboratory measurements of biomaterials properties and performance.
• Experience with nanoparticle synthesis and characterization.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills. Strong hands-on laboratory skills. The ability to manage multiple simultaneous assignments and changing priorities.
• Methodical, meticulous work practices and excellent interpersonal, logical reasoning, and organizational skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment with scientists and engineers representing different backgrounds, skills, and experience levels.
• The desire to work in both BSL2 and Chemical laboratory environments.
• Are able to obtain a Secret security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Experience working with molecular assays and 2D/3D in vitro models to characterize cellular response to nanoparticle stimuli.
• Strong background in micro- and molecular-biology laboratory techniques.
• The ability to write clearly.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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