Biologist (Malaria Parasites)

Position Objective The Biologist will provide services for the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) within the National Institutes of Health. Duties and Responsibilities Perform a wide variety of complex procedures and techniques which include cell tissue culture of malaria parasites including both blood stages and sexual stages, serological assays ELISA, column chromatography and flow cytometry Perform in vitro malaria parasite growth inhibition assays GIA, ELISAs, and mosquito membrane feeding assays various animal and human sera and purified IgGs Calibrate and operate a variety of laboratory instruments used to perform tests, and analyses such as ELISA readers and spectrophotometers Write reports of findings, state methods and procedures, including any modifications employed, specimens and materials involved, and results of experiments Analyze, evaluate, and discuss the results of each experiment with the project officers aspart of the planning process for subsequent studies Prepare various media, stock supplies, and other reagents for use in the laboratory Provide training to students and other laboratory personnel in the use of sophisticated laboratory equipment and in the performance of specialized procedures, techniques Perform QC of the laboratory including upkeep and routine maintenance of equipment upon government approval; submit orders for processing and maintain government approved laboratory supplies and equipment including chemicals, biological materials, liquid nitrogen; handle biological materials, infectious agents, biological wastes. Perform computer analysis of data and use computers and various software programs to prepare data for publication Develop and update SOPs for the lab Maintain accurate, daily records of experiments and results in pen in bound laboratory notebooks; make minor modifications or adaptations to established methods, procedures, and or techniques to solve problems in the work Work product and documents related to maintaining accurate, daily records of experiments in laboratory notebooks. Work products and documents related to performing complex procedures and techniques in the laboratory and writing reports of findings Work products and documents related to performing quality control and maintenance of laboratory equipment Work products and documents related to developing and updating SOPs for the lab Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Master’s degree in Biological Sciences with a field of study in Biology or equivalent 4 years of experience in Biology or a related field Skilled in MS Office Experience demonstrating knowledge of maintaining accurate and detailed records Preferred Qualifications Strong communication skills, both oral and written Detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects #J-18808-Ljbffr GAP Solutions, Inc.