Bioinformatics Scientist Job at CAMRIS, Bethesda, MD

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  • CAMRIS
  • Bethesda, MD

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a Bioinformatics Scientist to support the National Institutes of Health's (NIH), world renowned National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Bethesda, MD. Our NIAID professional, technical, and scientific support personnel are part of a preeminent team focused on positively impacting millions of lives around the world with groundbreaking research. Candidates will work at a prominent and vibrant NIAID worksite to directly support exciting ongoing research activities as a contractor team member. Accelerate your career and apply below to help us make a difference.

CAMRIS International is a dynamic clinical research and international development firm that achieves innovative solutions to health and development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective programs and research management services. We combine our proven systems with today's most effective, evidence-based best practices. Our core practice areas include: clinical research; vaccine research, microbiology and infectious disease research, development and production; biodefense; global health security; and HIV/AIDS programs.

Our employees enjoy a collegial environment where individual contributions matter at all levels. At CAMRIS, you will notably improve the lives of people at home and abroad.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize computer simulation expertise such as molecular dynamic and monte carlo simulations to solve protein structures' dynamics and mechanism of protein-protein interaction.
  • Develop and apply in silico tools to design vaccine and therapeutic products against diverse pathogens, including HIV-1, Influenza, or Malaria.
  • Develop methods to study vaccine-elicited immune responses, including antibodies' sequence and structural analysis.
  • Develop and apply custom-made AI/ML tools to analyze vaccine outcomes.
  • Serve as expert to identify critical/biological findings of experimental data and collaborate with other scientists.
  • Utilize High performance computing (HPC) to bring the state-of-the-art techniques such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, deep learning to vaccine target protein design.
  • Co-lead on projects, including (but not limited to) HIV-1 Malaria, Influenza and Lassa) and coordinate with scientists from other organizations or institutions involved in similar or related research projects.
  • Provide scientific expertise to facilitate protein and vaccine design.
  • Mentor interns and postbaccalaureate scientists.
  • Publish the findings and analysis in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • PhD in Computational Biology/Chemistry or a related field is required.
  • 2-3 years of postdoctoral experience is required.
  • Experience developing and applying custom-made AI/ML tools.
  • Experience utilizing high performance computing (HPC).
  • Strong communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by a candidate to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
  • Ability to lift or carry 25 - 50 pounds, reach above shoulder level and use both hands.
  • Will be required to stand or walk more than 25 of 30 min.
  • Must have depth perception, correctable near vision and can distinguish basic colors.
  • Ability to work alone and closely with others.

Please submit your resume online at . CAMRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by any applicable federal, state, or local law.

CAMRIS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for individuals and families, FSAs, HSA, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, legal services, voluntary hospital indemnity, critical illness and accident insurances, EAP, pet insurance, 401(k) with employer match and Roth option, tuition and professional reimbursement, public transportation support in the DMV area, a referral bonus program, vacation with tenure-based increases, PTO, 11 paid holidays, paid bonding leave, and paid supplemental short-term disability.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Public Trust-level background check, a requirement for this position under an active federal contract. The background check process may include, but is not limited to the following: (1) contacting your professional references; (2) verification of previous employment, education and credentials; (3) a criminal background check; (4) use/abuse of federally-controlled substances; and (5) a department of motor vehicle check. Candidates must be prepared to fully-complete any required background check questionnaire during initial onboarding.

Job Tags

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