Research Associate III
Location: Frederick
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Research Associate III Job ID: req3896 Employee Type: exempt
full-time Division: AIDS & Cancer Virus Program Facility:
Frederick: Ft Detrick Location: PO Box B, Frederick, MD 21702 USA
The Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research is operated
by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. The lab addresses some of the
most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in
cancer and AIDS, drug development and first-in-human clinical
trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid
response to emerging threats of infectious diseases.
Accountability, Compassion, Collaboration, Dedication, Integrity
and Versatility; it's the FNL way. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The AIDS and
Cancer Virus Program investigates ways to diagnose, prevent, and
treat HIV infection and AIDS-related tumors associated with cancer
viruses, such as Kaposi sarcoma–associated herpesvirus. We have
principal investigator-headed research sections and research
support cores that provide innovative, often unique, capabilities
in support of our program, at the Frederick National Lab as well as
to extramural investigators. KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES Seeking a
highly motivated and skilled Flow Cytometrist to work in a dynamic,
interactive, multidisciplinary research team studying AIDS
pathogenesis and immune responses in human and non-human primate
systems. This Research Associate III will be responsibleor:
Calibrating, maintaining, operating and troubleshooting
state-of-the-art flow cytometers and associated lab equipment
Providing hands-on assistance and instrument/assay training to
laboratory users Performing existing flow cytometry assays in
support of ongoing and new research studies and projects Developing
and executing new protocols and reagent panels Enhancing the
technical capabilities of the laboratory Analyzing multiparametric
data Performing infectious sample cell sorting in compliance with
established laboratory safety procedures Other duties include
maintaining laboratory records, supply inventories, instrument and
sample logs and working after hours, as needed. BASIC
QUALIFICATIONS To be considered for this position, you must
minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:
Possession of Bachelor’s degree from an accredited
college/university according to the Council for Higher Education
Accreditation (CHEA) or four (4) years relevant experience in lieu
of degree. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency
In addition to the education requirement, a minimum of eight (8)
years of progressively responsible experience Dedicated hands-on
flow cytometry experience, to include: use of BD Fortessa/LSR-II,
Agilent Novocyte, and/or Cytek Aurora flow cytometers, and/or Sony
SH800 and ThermoFisher Bigfoot cell sorters, instrument QC/setup,
sample preparation and staining sample acquisition and data
analysis Experience performing complex multiparameter flow
cytometry phenotyping, functional immune assays and FACS A solid
understanding of flow cytometers and associated technologies
Experience using Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel and Word) and
3rd party flow cytometry data analysis software programs, and
strong computer, database, and organizational skills Candidate will
need to be highly motivated, independent, as well as able to work
in a team environment, and able to multi-task while maintaining a
high-level attention to detail Ability to obtain and maintain a
security clearance PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Candidates with these
desired skills will be given preferential consideration:
Familiarization with performing flow cytometry on human and
non-human primate samples Experience working in a fast-paced core
laboratory environment Experience performing flow cytometry data
analysis (preferably with FCS Express software), especially >15
parameters, and sorting infectious samples. JOB HAZARDS This
position is subject to working with or have potential for exposure
to animal(s) and/or animal material(s) This position is subject to
working with or have potential for exposure to infectious material,
requiring medical clearance and immunizations Commitment to
Diversity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national
origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability,
medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family
structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or
military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will
also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal
histories consistent with relevant laws. Pay and Benefits Pay and
benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we
craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work
we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive
compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid
Leave and Retirement. readytowork
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