Biologist

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

• Perform PET/CT equipment calibrations and quality checks adhering to quality assurance guidelines to collect accurate data.
• Design imaging protocols, operate and troubleshoot scanning equipment inside the ABSL-3 environment replacing parts if directed by remote engineers.
• Interact with service engineers and schedule periodic maintenance.
• Perform attachment of monitoring probes for respiratory gating, temperature, blood CO2 and oxygen concentration to animals and correct/replicable positioning of animals on the scanner bed.
• Inject images probes as required by experiment, maintain radioactivity usage and disposal records; adherence to NIH radiation usage policies/procedures and safety guidelines.
• Maintain files of images created by the PET/CT and transfer the images to a clearly maintained filing system for collaborators to access.
• Interpret results using multiple commercial quantitative software to produce files of measurements of FDG activity or CT density.
• Develop new methods to analyze PET/CT data as necessary to document experimental results.
• Compile and maintain datasheets of PET/CT analysis using Excel for multiple lab groups.
• Plan Necropsy lesion tracking for VRAs to follow during necropsies.
• Create publication quality figures for multiple laboratories to visually summarize the data from their animal imaging experiments independently and on schedule.
• Create presentations of imaging data.

• Bachelor’s degree in a biological or medical field.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a biology or related field.
• Knowledge and prior experience operating medical imaging equipment.
• Knowledge of human and/or mammalian anatomy particularly in the chest.
• Highly proficient computer skills and excellent ability to learn new computer skills independently.
• Effective and clear communication skills and the ability to work in a high stress environment.
• Willingness to work with radioactive chemicals.
• Willing to working in an ABSL-3 suite with some NHP, rabbit and mouse animal contact.
• Willing to work flexible hours, occasional weekend work possible.
• Ability to work in a team under supervision in ABSL-3 laboratory environments following SOPs.
• Ability to work independently on computers, software, and with imaging data to organize and create large datasets for analysis and conduct the analysis on schedule.
• Must be able to pass extensive background check and Public Trust 5 clearance.
• If certified in imaging modalities, maintain certifications.

CAMRIS International LLC offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.CAMRIS.com. 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.

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

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.