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Scientist Vaccine Formulation Subject Matter Expert

Kelly, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Overview

Kelly Government Solutions is a strategic supplier and business partner to the federal government and its key suppliers. Through our partnership with the National Institutes of Health, Kelly Government Solutions offers administrative, IT, engineering, scientific, and healthcare professionals the opportunity to work with NIH. We are seeking a Scientist - Vaccine Formulation - Subject Matter Expert for the National Institutes of Health. Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr Position

Scientist - Vaccine Formulation - Subject Matter Expert (long term contract with NIH) Responsibilities

Coordinate and execute formulation and stability studies within a development team, including internal and interdepartmental coordination of activities, as well as collation and interpretation of study data, under the direction of a Formulation Scientist/Senior Scientist. Write and review formulation, stability, and method development study protocols under the direction of a Formulation Scientist/Senior Scientist. Independently generate and analyze samples using both standard and advanced study specific analytical methods. Independently analyze and collate analytical data. Interpret analytical data with an understanding of protein/vaccine structure and stability concepts, and the effects of solution components on stability. Develop assays for vaccine and biotherapeutic characterization, including providing input into study design, under the direction of a Formulation Scientist/Senior Scientist. Provide technical guidance and training to formulation team members. Write and review technical reports and protocols documenting formulation, stability, and method development studies. Present data in small group, department, and conference settings. Obtain information on new scientific advances and technologies as required for VRC programs. Oversee external service and perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting for one or more laboratory instrumentation. Serve as Subject Matter Expert for one or more analytical and/or theoretical areas relevant to the formulation development program. Qualifications

B.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline with at least 4 years of industry, government, or equivalent experience in protein formulation or a related field; OR M.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline with at least 2 years of industry, government, or equivalent experience in protein formulation or a related field. Experience with study coordination and execution in protein/vaccine formulation, protein/vaccine stability, protein/vaccine pre-formulation, or related biophysical characterization/development. Hands-on experience with data analysis and at least three of the following techniques: UV-visible spectroscopy, fluorescence, Circular Dichroism and/or IR spectroscopy; Differential Scanning Calorimetry; Particle characterization (light scattering, subvisible particle analysis, HIAC, and/or MFI). Strong knowledge of protein chemistry and biophysical properties of proteins. Knowledge of standard biophysical and bioanalytical methods and underlying theory. Experience with data analysis using standard and specialized software platforms (JMP, Origin, GRAMS, Prism, SigmaPlot, etc.). Strong time management skills and ability to balance multiple projects. Strong written, oral, and visual communication skills. Ability to work independently. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, or other equivalent software suites. Application and next steps

Please apply online. A Kelly Government Solutions recruiter will review your resume and contact you directly if your skills and experience match the requirements; a full job description can be provided at that time. Notes

Due to high volume of inquiries, phone calls are not accepted. If you are not contacted, you will remain in our talent network. All Kelly recruiters have access to your profile, which expands opportunities. Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, short-term disability, and other voluntary benefit plans for eligible employees. Paid leave (minimum 120 hours; prorated for part-time), 11 federal holidays, and 401K plan. Access to NIH resources and related opportunities. Additional information available at https://www.mykelly.us/us-mykelly/perks/. Job details

Seniority level: Associate Employment type: Full-time Job function: Research and Science Industries: Biotechnology Research, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Government Administration

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