Cape Fox Corporation
Automation and Assay Research Scientist
Cape Fox Corporation, Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Automation and Assay Research Scientist - (7957)
Eagle Health is seeking an Automation and Assay Research Scientist to join our team in Fort Detrick, MD. Core Duties: Provide Robotic Liquid Handling Automation support for research efforts of the Therapeutics Development Center (TDC) in BSL-2 environments, with potential support in BSL-3 and BSL-4 environments, requiring enrollment in the Biological Personnel Reliability Program (BPRP). Conduct basic and applied research on current and emerging threats in support of the BD and infectious disease program. Aid in the execution of scientific studies, including throughput screening assays, enzymatic assays, data collection/analysis, and maintenance of laboratory equipment. Assist in the development, execution, and evaluation of high-throughput in vitro screening projects for antibacterial, anti-viral, and anti-toxin therapeutic areas, and assist in developing novel assays/methods. Assist in screening molecular compound libraries for therapeutic efficacy to support Medical Countermeasures (MCM) development. Perform compound treatment to evaluate therapeutic small molecules for enzymatic, antibacterial, antiviral, and antitoxin activity, including in vitro assays such as enzymatic assays, cell-based phenotypic and reporter assays, Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC), and plaque assays. Write new workflows associated with automation instruments in support of new high-throughput screening assays. Assist in data analysis using Spotfire and Genedata. Perform basic molecular biology techniques to support the creation of novel cell or enzymatic-based assays for MCM evaluation. Assist in preparing technical reports, standard operating procedures, and manuscripts relating to research efforts, and present findings at scientific conferences and meetings. Assess and maintain all robotic instruments and associated laboratory supplies, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidance. Prepare and provide a Therapeutic Screening Scientific Research Technical progress report to the technical point of contact by the last day of each month. Present research findings at monthly lab meetings and attend weekly scientific discussions. Maintain BPRP enrollment in accordance with contract provisions and applicable regulations. Travel Requirements:
0 - 10% Job Requirements: Proficient in using automated liquid handling systems such as Beckman Biomek, Perkin Elmer Janus, Viaflo, Viafill, Multi-drop Combi, and HP dispensers. Familiarity with handling therapeutic small molecules and compound management. Experience in setting up in vitro enzymatic assays. Must be a U.S. citizen with a valid U.S. passport. Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.
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Eagle Health is seeking an Automation and Assay Research Scientist to join our team in Fort Detrick, MD. Core Duties: Provide Robotic Liquid Handling Automation support for research efforts of the Therapeutics Development Center (TDC) in BSL-2 environments, with potential support in BSL-3 and BSL-4 environments, requiring enrollment in the Biological Personnel Reliability Program (BPRP). Conduct basic and applied research on current and emerging threats in support of the BD and infectious disease program. Aid in the execution of scientific studies, including throughput screening assays, enzymatic assays, data collection/analysis, and maintenance of laboratory equipment. Assist in the development, execution, and evaluation of high-throughput in vitro screening projects for antibacterial, anti-viral, and anti-toxin therapeutic areas, and assist in developing novel assays/methods. Assist in screening molecular compound libraries for therapeutic efficacy to support Medical Countermeasures (MCM) development. Perform compound treatment to evaluate therapeutic small molecules for enzymatic, antibacterial, antiviral, and antitoxin activity, including in vitro assays such as enzymatic assays, cell-based phenotypic and reporter assays, Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC), and plaque assays. Write new workflows associated with automation instruments in support of new high-throughput screening assays. Assist in data analysis using Spotfire and Genedata. Perform basic molecular biology techniques to support the creation of novel cell or enzymatic-based assays for MCM evaluation. Assist in preparing technical reports, standard operating procedures, and manuscripts relating to research efforts, and present findings at scientific conferences and meetings. Assess and maintain all robotic instruments and associated laboratory supplies, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidance. Prepare and provide a Therapeutic Screening Scientific Research Technical progress report to the technical point of contact by the last day of each month. Present research findings at monthly lab meetings and attend weekly scientific discussions. Maintain BPRP enrollment in accordance with contract provisions and applicable regulations. Travel Requirements:
0 - 10% Job Requirements: Proficient in using automated liquid handling systems such as Beckman Biomek, Perkin Elmer Janus, Viaflo, Viafill, Multi-drop Combi, and HP dispensers. Familiarity with handling therapeutic small molecules and compound management. Experience in setting up in vitro enzymatic assays. Must be a U.S. citizen with a valid U.S. passport. Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.
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