Associate Research Scientist (PREP0004160)

General Description PREP Research Associate This position is part of the National Institute of Standards (NIST) Professional Research Experience (PREP) program. NIST recognizes that its research staff may wish to collaborate with researchers at academic institutions on specific projects of mutual interest, thus requires that such institutions must be the recipient of a PREP award. The PREP program requires staff from a wide range of backgrounds to work on scientific research in many areas. Employees in this position will perform technical work that underpins the scientific research of the collaboration. Research Title Laboratory Automation for Cell-Based Assays (U.S. Citizens preferred) Key responsibilities Conduct innovative research in transferable manufacturing systems for living-cell reference materials. Translate experimental designs into automated laboratory instrumentation programs. Design and execute experiments, analyze data, and interpret results. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the institute. Write and publish manuscripts for peer‑reviewed and open‑science mediums. Qualifications Ph.D. in Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Cell Biology, Synthetic Biology, or a related field. Experience working with mammalian cell cultures, specifically induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs). Experience writing and executing programs on large laboratory automation systems (e.g., liquid handlers, automated microscopes) for cellular measurements. A track record in interdisciplinary research, particularly within automated laboratory frameworks. Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to travel occasionally for collaborations. Present findings at national conferences and institutional meetings. Equal Employment Opportunity EEO is the Law: We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or other legally protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr Johns Hopkins University