Scientific Project Coordinator- MIC

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HJF is seeking a Scientific Project Coordinator who will be responsible for developing and supervising research
projects and investigating the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions, products and problems. This position will also coordinate various administrative functions in support of the CIIG.

This position will be in support of The Center for Immunological Interventions against Gonorrhea (CIIG) at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Performs complex data analysis and interpretation, verifies and corrects data entry.
• Performs complex laboratory tests, determinations, and analyses involving multiple procedures and a variety of technical approaches.
• Develops methods and procedures for experiments and investigations.
• Writes and assists with experimental results for publication in technical and peer-reviewed journals.
• Analyzes and prepares reagent and/or assay product documentation. Organizes and procures needed reagents, performs experiments, analyzes data, and documents results.
• Documents current or new procedures or protocols for sample selection, data collection, data processing, and/or statistical estimation.
• Mentors, reviews, and supervises junior laboratory staff in the planning, execution, and analysis of experiments.
• Plan, coordinate and perform all mouse infection experiments.
• General administrative and scientific support to the Executive Director for the CIIG.
• Coordinates tele-conferences, meetings and other requirements needed to communicate data and exchange ideas for the Site Principal Investigators.
• Perform program analysis to determine the progress and performance of the program.
• Design presentations for talks, meetings, status updates.
• Animal work (mouse): administer injections (IP& SC), infect, perform bleeds and process biological samples.
• Analyze bacterial genomic data using various bioinformatics software platforms (predominately Geneious Prime).
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assigned Lead: May recommend the following: employee hiring, disciplinary action, and starting salaries; provide input on employee performance evaluations.

Education and Experience

• Master's Degree required. Biology
• Minimum of 6-8 year's experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of extremely complex laboratory procedures.
• Ability to meet deadlines of projects.
• Good communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust Clearance.

Physical Capabilities Hiring Manager to Select one or all that apply; if none, delete this section

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.
• Ability to climb, pull, and lift heavy objects.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a laboratory setting. It will have the possibility for some scheduled tele-work.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $70,000-$80,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.