Overview:
Odyssey Systems is seeking a Scientist (Research Associate/Post-Doctoral Fellow) to perform vaccine and therapeutic development research at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) in the Biological Research and Development department (BR&D) located in Silver Spring, Maryland.
Responsibilities:
Duties include, but not limited to:
* Support research in the Molecular Engineering and Biochemistry Laboratory, Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, Silver Spring Maryland.
* Perform protein structure analysis for the design of novel vaccines and antibodies.
* Use AI-based Protein Design Tools (Alphafold, ProteinMPNN, RFDiffusion, PROSS and PyMOL).
* Express proteins and Virus-like Particles in expression platforms.
* Perform in vitro assays.
* Perform statistical analysis of data.
* Use instruments like: HPLC, FPLC, Octet/SPR, DSC/ITC, TFF; ELISA reader, small scale fermentation.
* Must be an independent thinker to collaborate with the Principal Investigator.
* Draft abstracts, manuscripts and reports for presentation at meetings.
Qualifications:
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Clearance: Ability to obtain NACI
Education: M.S. or Ph.D in Biological Sciences
Years of Experience:1-3 years in a laboratory setting
Certifications: N/A
Preferred Qualifications
Clearance: NACI
Education: Ph.D in Biological Sciences
Years of experience: 3-5 years in a laboratory setting
Certifications: N/A
Technical Skills
* Technical experience in lab work is required
* Familiarity with in vitro assays
* Knowledge of basic immunology
* Experience with handling protein purification and analysis instruments
* Excellent grasp of lab buffers, formulations and solutions
Interpersonal Skills
* Communication
* Strong critical thinking skills
* multitasking
* Strong attention to detail
* Team player
* Strong problem-solving skills
Additional Information
Location: Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, Silver Spring, MD
Travel: 5%
Remote, Onsite, or Hybrid: Onsite
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