Scientist

We are seeking a Scientist to support the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH), world renowned National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Frederick, 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.  

• Coordinates the scientific acquisition and analysis of imaging data for IRF-Frederick studies by leveraging expertise in advanced multimodality imaging technologies such as PET, SPECT, CT, MRI and optical imaging to effectively work within a BSL-4 laboratory to investigate viral infectious diseases in small animal and nonhuman primate models.
• Consults with leadership, scientific staff, and the Government to ensure scientific objectives are accomplished.
• Collaborates and coordinates extensively with multidisciplinary teams in immunology, pathology, virology, machine learning/AI, and external research groups.
• Collaborates with technologists in support of the imaging infrastructure in the BSL-4 environment and the control rooms.
• Develops, optimizes, and implements multimodality imaging acquisition and analysis protocols.
• Deliver high-quality data through effective data organization, impactful visualization, and clear communication, contributing to peer-reviewed publications and presentations at national and international scientific conferences.
• Proficient in advanced image analysis, including segmentation, quantification, and visualization of multimodal imaging data. Experience in the use of clinical Philips 3T MRI and PET/CT systems, preclinical Milabs vector 4 modal system, MR solutions preclinical PET/MRI and Mediso LFER PET/CT systems preferred.
• Experience in the use of the following software platforms is a plus: MIM, PMOD, Imalytics, InterView Fusion, ImageJ, Spotfire, GraphPad Prism is preferred.
• DICOM data manipulation experience desired.
• Advises leadership on imaging hardware/software upgrades, maintenance, and technological advances.
• Plans, coordinates, and conducts approved projects at the direction of the Government.
• May direct day to day functions of IRF-Frederick scientific work; provides guidance on experimental design and implementation and strives to quickly resolve problems.
• Communicates progress or problems with approved programs and projects to IRF-Frederick contract and Government leadership.
• Provides written progress updates as stated in Reports and Deliverables section (Delivery Schedule).
• Maintains state-of-the-art knowledge of new developments in the in vivo imaging field.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or equivalent degree in a related field.
• A minimum of fifteen (15) years of related experience.
• Imaging experience in maximum containment is strongly desired.
• Previous recent BSL-4 experience preferred.

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, lift or carry 25- 50 pounds, push or pull less than 25 pounds, push or pull 25 – 45 pounds, push or pull more than 45 pounds, reach above shoulder level, and use both hands.
• Ability to stand or walk more than 25 of 30 minutes.
• Will be required to bend repeatedly, kneel, crawl, climb.
• Must have depth perception, correctable near vision, ability to distinguish basic colors, and perform repetitive activities.
• Ability to work closely with others, work on slippery or uneven working surfaces, work on ladders or scaffolding, and work with solvents.
• Will be required to be in contact with small animals (rodents, rabbits, ferrets, etc.), nonhuman primates (macaques, African green monkeys, marmosets, etc.), nonhuman primate tissues, human blood or other body fluids, and radiation.
• Will have contact with rabies virus, SIV, Varicella virus, and Orthopox virus (wild and attenuated).
• Will work with corrosive substances, plastics, and solvents.
• Required to have contact with the following Tier 1 Select Agents: Ebola Virus, Monkeypox virus, most risk group 4 (BSL4) select agent viruses, and some risk group 3 (BSL3) select agent viruses.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, face shields/goggles, safety glasses, lab coat, Ear plugs/muffs, clean room uniform, impervious suit, disposable dust/surgical mask, and respirator (Disposable Respirator Mask N, P, R –95, 99,100, Powered Air Purified Respirator (PAPR), and positive-pressure suit.

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.