Biochemistry Research Associate (req2057)
Biochemistry Research Associate (req2057)
Location:Frederick, MD
Employee Type:exempt full-time
Job ID:req2057
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Cancer Research Technology Program (CRTP) develops and implements emerging technology, cancer biology expertise and research capabilities to accomplish NCI research objectives. The CRTP is an outward-facing, multi-disciplinary hub purposed to enable the external cancer research community. A major focus of the CRTP is the NCI RAS Initiative with the goal to discover new therapeutic interventions against RAS-driven cancers. In addition, the CRTP hosts the Nanotechnology Characterization Laboratory (NCL) which performs and standardizes preclinical efficacy and toxicity testing of nanoparticles intended for cancer therapeutics and diagnostics, and the Antibody Characterization Lab (ACL) which characterizes monoclonal antibodies or other renewable affinity binding reagents for use in cancer related research. CRTP scientists also work collaboratively with intramural NCI investigators to provide research technologies and expertise.
KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Running biochemical assays to support drug discovery efforts
- Running Biacore instruments to measure protein/small molecule interactions
- Analyzing biochemical data and preparing reports to share with other team members
- Present results at team meetings to other staff
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:
- Possession of Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university according to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or four (4) years relevant experience in lieu of degree. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency
- In addition to the education requirement, a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience
- Experience with assays to measure biomolecular interactions
- Knowledge of protein purification procedures
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a protein biochemistry laboratory
- Experience with biosensors (Biacore, Octect) to measure biomolecular interactions
- Knowledge of plate based assays to measure protein interactions