Laboratory Technician

We are seeking a Laboratory Technician 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.

Responsibilities

Perform conjugations of lab owned molecules following established laboratory protocols and procedures.

Assist the Federal Task Leader in developing novel conjugation methods using available technologies to improve immunogenicity of malaria protein targets, including protein purification, modification and formulation.

Characterize conjugated proteins by utilizing current and newly developed analytical methods to document biophysical and biochemical characteristics.

Conduct small scale conjugations using established protocols to study malaria vaccines to be tested in preclinical models.

Record and write protocols based on small scale conjugation research projects to be used by other sections within the laboratory.

Use UV/VIS spectrometry, AKTA, HPLC, UPLC, MALS, SDS-PAGE and other available techniques to analyze malaria vaccine conjugated products; use standard protocols to estimate substitution rates of modified of protein molecules.

Organize data collected in the laboratory into a format that can be used to publish manuscripts into scientific manuscripts, slides, posters, and reports.

Provide support to other laboratory staff on research projects and techniques.

Collaborate with external industry/academia to apply the results of research.

Assist the Federal Task Leader with creating new research protocols.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a science related field with at least five (5) years of laboratory experience performing conjugation research using malaria proteins.

Minimum of five (5) years of related experience in modification of proteins, protein chemistry, protein assay design, protein purification, and protein characterization.

Background in a science related field.

Has an interest in malaria vaccine discovery and research. Excellent documentation and communication skills.

Basic computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office suite of software.

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

Regular Full-Time