Bacteriology Staff Scientist

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

Goldbelt Apex, a part of the Healthcare Technology Transformation Group, is a data-focused company dedicated to process and quality in every aspect. As experts in healthcare IT experts, Apex is committed to building systems for healthcare organizations to seamlessly communicate and exchange data across different systems and devices.

Summary:

The Bacteriology Staff Scientist supports in vitro and in vivo studies of bacterial threat agents. This role involves development of animal models and execution of immunological and microbiological studies. Conducts research on bacterial pathogens and contributes to vaccine and therapeutic development within the Bacteriology Division.

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform bacterial culture, quantification, and challenge studies.
• Support vaccine and therapeutic evaluations.
• Analyze experimental data and contribute to reports.
• Collaborate across divisions on research initiatives.
• Maintain lab safety and bio-surety compliance.
• The Contractor is expected to write reports and publications and present their findings in meetings.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Knowledge of microbial pathogenesis.
• Familiarity with GLP/BSL-2/3 compliance.
• Technical writing and team collaboration skills.
• Shall be knowledgeable in a relevant field of the life sciences and have desired experience working in a research laboratory.
• Shall have demonstrated their subject matter expertise in at least one area, and their ability to conduct independent research through publication of several technical reports and/or peer-reviewed publications.
• The contractor will be expected to execute their assigned tasks, and to share their findings with other members of the project team.
• Possesses good written and oral communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in immunology, microbiology, or a related field.
• Minimum 4+ years in bacteriology or related research field.
• Experience in animal model development.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance eligibility, with no access to classified information, is required.
• Enroll in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP), if required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ACTIVE SECRET is preferred
• Master's degree or higher preferred.

Pay and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $95,000 to $133,000 annually.

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.