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 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.

• Develop viral vaccines, recombinant proteins and/or virus-like particles or monoclonal antibodies.
• Perform investigations and documentation of cell line growth, optimization of cell culture/fermentation conditions, cell culture technology development, improvement of cell culture platforms, modeling of cell culture behavior, troubleshooting of cell culture/fermentation.
  processes, and tech transfer of defined cell culture/fermentation processes to the clinical production facility.
• Capture process descriptions and results in lab notebooks, tech transfer documents, and technical reports.
• Independently set-up and operate bioreactors and other cell culture equipment required for development studies.
• Perform cell culture experimental studies.
• Participate in project and laboratory meetings, keep current with compliance obligations, and be responsible for maintenance of the laboratory and equipment.
• Contribute results and studies for publication in peer reviewed journals.
• Develop experimental protocols (EP) for cell culture development studies for transients and/or stable cell line project and present finding, including:
  • Coordinate with Project leads and Project Management on EP goals.
  • Design experimental conditions.
  • Compile data into project-based presentations.
  • Communicate results in project meetings.
• Serve as SME in new technologies initiatives, such as perfusion-based cell culture methods, and novel transient transfection techniques.
• Contribute to Lab Operations initiatives including:
  • Responsible for FLEX2 bioanalyzer maintenance/troubleshooting.
  • Responsible for upkeep of BIOS 16 Floor centrifuge maintenance and consumables supplies.
  • Coordinate with Lab Operations manager on Lab Organizational efforts (e.g., 5S, KANBAN). 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• B.S. in Biology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, or related life science degree is required.
• 3-5 years of industry-level experience in cell culture development is required.
• Experience with tech transfer of cell culture processes to manufacturing is required.
• Experience performing investigations and documenting cell line growth.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with others.

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 min., bend repeatedly, climb, and perform repetitive activities.
• Required to have depth perception, correctable near vision and distinguish basic colors.
• Ability to work alone and closely with others, work on ladders or scaffolding, work with hands in water, work and with solvents.
• Required to be in contact with lasers (open or closed) in instrument.
• Will work with corrosive substances, inorganic dust and powders, heavy metals, plastics, solvents and sensitizing agents.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, face shields/goggles, safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat and disposable dust/surgical mask.

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.

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.