Position Objective: Provide services as a Scientist in support of the overall functions of the Virology Core within the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). Duties and Responsibilities: + Perform maintenance for multiple cell culture lines used in laboratory experiments. + Perform routine flow cytometry to test cell surface and intracellular proteins. + Conduct protein/antibody production, purification and analysis (SDS-PAGE, Western blot, ELISA etc). + Perform RT-PCR, cloning, plasmid purification and analysis. + Isolate/identify monoclonal antibodies from convalescent donors and vaccine immunized animals. + Produce pseudotyped lentiviruses for multiple viruses including influenza and coronaviruses (SARS-CoV, MERS-CoV, SARS-CoV-2 and others). + Perform neutralization assays to evaluate monoclonal antibodies and vaccinated sera against multiple viruses including influenza and coronaviruses (SARS-CoV, MERS-CoV, SARS-CoV-2 and others). + Maintain special knock-in mice colonies for use in critical experiments exploring HIV-1 and influenza vaccines. + Conduct animal studies to evaluate the immunogenicity of vaccines (including intramuscular, subcutaneous, intraperitoneal, and intravenous injection, sample collection and processing). + Interact/collaborate with scientists from internal and external organizations. + Conduct research independently including planning experiments, data analysis and peer-reviewed publication of data. + Manage ordering and maintenance of supplies for large, complex laboratory, to include record keeping, inventory, restocking, and training of personnel for inventory assistance. + Perform inventories of laboratory specimens, manage tracking logs, reconcile discrepancies to ensure accurate records in accordance with biospecimen policies and regulations. + Catalog, record, and handle a variety of laboratory/biological samples. + Manage input of laboratory/biologic sample information in centralized database; responsible for maintenance and input of plasmid information into lab-wide database. + Serve as primary point of contact to facilitate and monitor for biological materials shipments across the lab, to include training of laboratory staff. Basic Qualifications: + Ph.D. degree in Biology, Life Sciences or a related discipline. Three (3) years of specialized experience plus a Master’s degree is equivalent to a Ph.D. degree. BS degree with a minimum of 10 years experience in virology research, experience on virus neutralization assay preferred. + Demonstrated experience working in a laboratory environment. + Demonstrated knowledge of maintaining accurate and detailed records. + Demonstrated knowledge of proper laboratory disposal methods and safety procedures. Minimum Qualifications: + Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with non-technical and technical staff. + Detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects *This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. GAP Solutions provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job, email us at recruiting@gapsi.com . You will need to reference the requisition number of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a requisition number will not be returned. GAP Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status or characteristics. This position is contingent upon contract award. **Requisition ID:** 7280