Ebola Outbreak Response Scientist Now Hiring 

Fort Detrick, MD.

participate in deployment rotations to domestic sites.

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Assist with Ebola disease survivor surveillance and research activities 

 

 

 

Outbreak Response Scientist

Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies

Frederick, MD 21702

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Salary

$65,137 – $81,000 a year

Job Type

Full-time

Number of hires for this role

1

Qualifications

• • Bachelor’s (Preferred)

  • Research Experience: 3 years (Preferred)

Full Job Description

Laulima Government Solutions, LLC is looking for a qualified Outbreak Response Scientist to provide leadership support services for the National Institute of Allergies and Infectious Disease (NIAID) in a high containment facility in Fort Detrick, MD.

 

Description of Responsibilities:

• Support activities for laboratory preparedness and response to outbreaks of high consequence viral pathogens in field settings.
• Support research with refined animal models for biodefense agents and facilitate testing of human samples associated with naturally occurring outbreaks in the high containment environment.
• Potentially participate in deployment rotations to international and domestic sites.
• Assist with Ebola virus disease survivor surveillance and research activities in Africa.
• Comply with the NIH Division of Occupational Health and Safety requirement for satisfactory completion of the Biosurety program and Select Agent program.
• Play a role in ensuring that the Biosurety program promotes a security conscious culture.
• Comply with the physical security, protection of the division’s property, protection of information, cyber security, agent protection, control and accountability, safe disposal and waste handling, and personal security guidelines set forth by the division’s Biosurety program.

Degree/Education/Certification Requirements:

• Minimum of a full 4-year course of study from an accredited college or university leading to a Bachelor of Science or higher degree.
• Ability to work in BSL-4 setting

Required Skills and Experience:

• 3-5 years’ related experience
• Must have prior laboratory experience, including running various assays (immunologic, virologic, molecular)
• Clinical experience in biochemistry or hematology.
• Ability to obtain/maintain DoJ Security Risk Assessment (SRA) approval.
• Must be willing to be immunized with licensed and FDA approved Investigational New Drugs (IND) recommended for persons at risk to occupational exposure of biological agents
• Must be willing to participate in periodic drug screening.
• Must have the ability to obtain/maintain certification in Chemical Personnel Reliability Program and/or Biological Personnel Reliability Program.
• Must have the ability to obtain/maintain CDC Select Agent Program approval.
• Prior experience working in BSL-2 facilities, willingness to work BSL-3, and BSL-4 conditions. Able to wear respiratory protection.
• Must be willing to travel once called upon for a month at a time on average.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Experience working effectively and respectfully with diverse groups in international settings.
• Familiarity with the conduct of clinical laboratory diagnostics, including molecular, immunologic, and virologic testing.
• Experience with viral Select Agents is highly desired.
• Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Basic understanding of laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
• Demonstrate interpersonal, oral and written communication, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently, design experiments, and analyze data.
• French language skills.

Clearance:

• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident.
• Must be able to meet the requirements for Tier 3 level investigation.

Laulima Government Solutions, LLC is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries; a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 10 paid holidays. Laulima Government Solutions, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,137.00 – $81,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• Research Experience: 3 years (Preferred)

Willingness To Travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Company’s website:

• www.alakainafoundation.com

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process

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Manufacturing/Cell Therapy Associate II

Frederick National Laboratory

Bethesda, MD 20892

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Manufacturing/Cell Therapy Associate II

Job ID: req1731
Employee Type: exempt full-time
Facility: NIH
Location: NIH Campus 9000 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20892 USA

The Frederick National Laboratory is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and first-in-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious diseases.

Our core values of accountability, compassion, collaboration, dedication, integrity, and versatility serve as a guidepost for how we do our work every day in serving the public’s interest.

Position Overview:

 

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Within Leidos Biomedical Research Inc., the Clinical Monitoring Research Program Directorate (CMRPD) provides high-quality comprehensive and strategic operational support to the high-profile domestic and international clinical research initiatives of the National Cancer Institute (NCI), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), Clinical Center (CC), National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI), National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS), National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), and the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). Since its inception in 2001, CMRPD’s ability to provide rapid responses, high-quality solutions, and to recruit and retain experts with a variety of backgrounds to meet the growing research portfolios of NCI, NIAID, CC, NHLBI, NIAMS, NCATS, NINDS, and NIMH has led to the considerable expansion of the program and its repertoire of support services. CMRPD’s support services are strategically aligned with the program’s mission to provide comprehensive, dedicated support to assist National Institutes of Health (NIH) researchers in providing the highest quality of clinical research in compliance with applicable regulations and guidelines, maintaining data integrity, and protecting human subjects. For the scientific advancement of clinical research, CMRPD services include comprehensive clinical trials monitoring, regulatory, pharmacovigilance, protocol navigation and development, and programmatic and project management support for facilitating the conduct of 400+ Phase I, II, and III domestic and international trials on a yearly basis. These trials investigate the prevention, diagnosis, treatment of, and therapies for cancer, influenza, HIV, and other infectious diseases and viruses such as hepatitis C, tuberculosis, malaria, and Ebola virus; heart, lung, and blood diseases and conditions; parasitic infections; rheumatic and inflammatory diseases; and rare and neglected diseases. CMRPD’s collaborative approach to clinical research and the expertise and dedication of staff to the continuation and success of the program’s mission has contributed to improving the overall standards of public health on a global scale.

The Clinical Monitoring Research Program Directorate (CMRPD) provides implementation and oversight of multiple NCI/CCR cell processing facilities within the National Cancer Institute’s (NCI’s), Center for Cancer Research (CCR), Surgery Branch Cell Production Facility.

KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establishes, implements and maintains standardized processes and assess performance to make recommendations for improvement
• Prepares technical reports, abstracts, presentations, and program correspondence concerning assigned projects through research and analysis of information relevant to government policy, regulations, and other relevant data and monitors all assigned programs for compliance
• Provides project management support with planning and development of project schedules and deliverables, tracking project milestones, managing timelines, preparing status reports and monitoring progress ensuring adherence to deadlines
• Facilitates communication through all levels of staff by functioning as a liaison between internal departments, senior management, and the customer
• Serves as leader/mentor to administrative staff
• Develops and implements procedures/programs to ensure effective and efficient business and operational processes
• Identifies potential bottlenecks in the upcoming development process and works with all team members and senior management to resolve them
• Analyzes and tracks initiatives and contracts
• Coordinates and reviews daily operations and logistics, including purchasing and shipping of miscellaneous equipment, lab and office supplies, to ensure compliance with appropriate government regulations
• Coordinates the administrative, fiscal, contractual, and quality aspects of all projects
• Ensures that internal budgets, schedules and performance requirements are met
• Monitors workflow and timelines to ensure production operations are on schedule and adequate raw materials and supplies are available
• Ensures all activities are in compliance with applicable federal regulations and guidelines and proper testing/validation activities have been scheduled and conducted
• Regularly interacts with senior or executive management both internally and externally, on matters concerning several functional areas such as operations, quality control and quality assurance
• Participates in planning facility or operations modifications, upgrades, and renovations
• Performs technical audits of outsourced contractors in conjunction with Quality Assurance and or Quality Control
• Assists in the evaluation and selection of staff, planning and coordination of training, assigning of tasks, and scheduling workloads and evaluating overall performance annually
• Manages the Environmental Monitoring Program and the environmental monitoring sample collection
• Schedules, tracks, and collects Environmental Monitoring samples
• Manages the Materials Management Program
• Manages equipment and facility preventative maintenance
• Establishes/manages Preventive Monitoring contract, schedule and reports
• Manages facility cleaning programs, change control, and ensures contractors are following SOPs
• Manages/schedules manufacturing change overs in the Cell Processing Facility
• Trains and supervises new employees and junior employees on existing protocols and SOPs
• Reviews routine records, test data, and patient binders
• Participates in process investigation and deviation
• The position is located in Bethesda, Maryland

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in a field related to biomedical research/scientific discipline or four (4) years relevant experience in lieu of degree
• Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency
• A minimum of two (2) years of job-related experience (may be pharmaceutical, clinical, etc.)
• Possess knowledge of production-related principles of protocol generation and adherence, strict laboratory documentation, and good laboratory documentation, and good laboratory practices (GLPs)
• Working knowledge of cGMPs as they relate to biopharmaceutical manufacturing
• Experience with aseptic/sterile techniques
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with handling and propagation of human primary cells, preferably T cells
• Experience in cellular therapy manufacturing
• Strict adherence to SOPs and cGMP regulations, including excellent documentation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office® inclusive of Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
• Principles of timelines within Microsoft® Project
• Familiarity with interactive databases quality assurance, auditing, metrics analysis, cancer
• Cell therapy products experience
• Working knowledge of quality systems and regulatory requirements (21 CRF Part 11/210/211)
• Ability to communicate with technical and scientific staff

JOB HAZARDS

• Candidate will be working with or have the potential for exposure to infectious material(s) or Other Potentially Infectious Materials (OPIM), requiring medical clearance and immunization in accordance with protocol requirements

 

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) | Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) | Drug Free Workplace (DFW)

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NHP (non-human primate) Animal Technician

Gaithersburg, MD

 

Job Details

Estimated: $33,000 – $49,000 a year

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)

Full Job Description

Piper Life Sciences is currently seeking a NHP (non-human primate) Animal Technician in Gaithersburg, MD to support a major area pre-clinical contract research organization in the development and testing of infectious disease vaccine candidates.

Responsibilities of the NHP (non-human primate) Animal Technician

• Lead efforts in viral inoculation, blood draws, IV infusion and other research-based techniques on non-human primates (NHP)
• Utilize laboratory facility to provide support to animal subjects and provide humane treatment of research animals
• Assist with other laboratory techniques such as animal necropsy or euthanasia, intubation and animal surgeries

Qualifications of the NHP (non-human primate) Animal Technician

• 1+ year experience working with mice, rats, pigs, guinea pigs, macaques, or non-human primates NHP (non-human primate experience preferred but not required)
• Experience in lieu of degree will work

Compensation for the NHP (non-human primate) Animal Technician

 

• Salary: Commensurate with experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k

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Outbreak Response Scientist

Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies – 3.4

Fort Detrick, MD

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Job Details

Estimated: $67,000 – $88,000 a year

Benefits

• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)

Qualifications

• Microsoft Excel
• Laboratory experience
• Clinical laboratory experience
• Communication skills
• Microsoft Word
• Bachelor’s degree
• Bachelor of Science

Full Job Description

Laulima Government Solutions, LLC is looking for a qualified Outbreak Response Scientist to provide leadership support services for the National Institute of Allergies and Infectious Disease (NIAID) in a high containment facility in Fort Detrick, MD.

Description of Responsibilities:

Support activities for laboratory preparedness and response to outbreaks of high consequence viral pathogens in field settings.
Support research with refined animal models for biodefense agents and facilitate testing of human samples associated with naturally occurring outbreaks in the high containment environment.
Potentially participate in deployment rotations to international and domestic sites.
Assist with Ebola virus disease survivor surveillance and research activities in Africa.
Comply with the NIH Division of Occupational Health and Safety requirement for satisfactory completion of the Biosurety program and Select Agent program.
Play a role in ensuring that the Biosurety program promotes a security conscious culture.
Comply with the physical security, protection of the division’s property, protection of information, cyber security, agent protection, control and accountability, safe disposal and waste handling, and personal security guidelines set forth by the division’s Biosurety program.Degree/Education/Certification Requirements:
Minimum of a full 4-year course of study from an accredited college or university leading to a Bachelor of Science or higher degree.
Ability to work in BSL-4 settingRequired Skills and Experience:
3-5 years’ related experience
Must have prior laboratory experience, including running various assays (immunologic, virologic, molecular)
Experience in biochemistry or hematology.
Ability to obtain/maintain DoJ Security Risk Assessment (SRA) approval.
Must be willing to be immunized with licensed and FDA approved Investigational New Drugs (IND) recommended for persons at risk to occupational exposure of biological agents
Must be willing to participate in periodic drug screening.
Must have the ability to obtain/maintain certification in Chemical Personnel Reliability Program and/or Biological Personnel Reliability Program.
Must have the ability to obtain/maintain CDC Select Agent Program approval.
Prior experience working in BSL-2 facilities, willingness to work BSL-3, and BSL-4 conditions. Able to wear respiratory protection.
Must be willing to travel once called upon for a month at a time on average.Desired Skills and Experience:
Experience working effectively and respectfully with diverse groups in international settings.
Familiarity with the conduct of clinical laboratory diagnostics, including molecular, immunologic, and virologic testing.
Experience with viral Select Agents is highly desired.
Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) experience is preferred.
Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Basic understanding of laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
Demonstrate interpersonal, oral and written communication, and organizational skills.
Demonstrate ability to work independently, design experiments, and analyze data.
French language skills.Clearance:
Must be a US citizen or permanent resident.
Must be able to meet the requirements for Tier 3 level investigation.Laulima Government Solutions, LLC is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries; a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 10 paid holidays. Laulima Government Solutions, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

 

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees.

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kūpono Government Services, and Kapili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kīkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities under the 501(c)3 principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com

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EBOLA RESEARCH NOW HIRING

INFECT MONKEYS WITH EBOLA IN MARYLAND

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Clinical Budget Analyst III – Ebola Research

Job ID: req1616
Employee Type: exempt full-time
Facility: Frederick: INDUS
Location: 5705 Industry Lane, Frederick, MD 21704 USA

The Frederick National Laboratory is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc.  The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and first-in-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious diseases.

Our core values of accountability, compassion, collaboration, dedication, integrity, and versatility serve as a guidepost for how we do our work every day in serving the public’s interest.

Position Overview:

 

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Within Leidos Biomedical Research Inc., the Clinical Monitoring Research Program Directorate (CMRPD) provides high-quality comprehensive and strategic operational support to the high-profile domestic and international clinical research initiatives of the National Cancer Institute (NCI), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), Clinical Center (CC), National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI), National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS), National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), and the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). Since its inception in 2001, CMRPD’s ability to provide rapid responses, high-quality solutions, and to recruit and retain experts with a variety of backgrounds to meet the growing research portfolios of NCI, NIAID, CC, NHLBI, NIAMS, NCATS, NINDS, and NIMH has led to the considerable expansion of the program and its repertoire of support services. CMRPD’s support services are strategically aligned with the program’s mission to provide comprehensive, dedicated support to assist National Institutes of Health (NIH) researchers in providing the highest quality of clinical research in compliance with applicable regulations and guidelines, maintaining data integrity, and protecting human subjects. For the scientific advancement of clinical research, CMRPD services include comprehensive clinical trials monitoring, regulatory, pharmacovigilance, protocol navigation and development, and programmatic and project management support for facilitating the conduct of 400+ Phase I, II, and III domestic and international trials on a yearly basis. These trials investigate the prevention, diagnosis, treatment of, and therapies for cancer, influenza, HIV, and other infectious diseases and viruses such as hepatitis C, tuberculosis, malaria, and Ebola virus; heart, lung, and blood diseases and conditions; parasitic infections; rheumatic and inflammatory diseases; and rare and neglected diseases. CMRPD’s collaborative approach to clinical research and the expertise and dedication of staff to the continuation and success of the program’s mission has contributed to improving the overall standards of public health on a global scale.

The Clinical Monitoring Research Program Directorate (CMRPD) provides support to the financial management and oversight of NIAID DCR’s clinical research studies, including Ebola, HIV, COVID and other clinical research studies. The position will compile and assist with the analysis of financial information for clinical research efforts supported within the program.

KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position is in direct support of the Ebola clinical research projects in Africa, to include all financial aspects and detailed subcontractor management
• Gathers, analyzes, prepares and summarizes recommendations for financial plans, acquisition activity, trending future requirements, operating forecasts, etc.
• Monitors and provides monthly expense analyses on complex projects/problems in which analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of tangible and intangible variables
• Works with the Business Analyst IV, primary program managers and clinical research teams to develop internal budgets that include all projected costs applicable to the clinical research studies and projects
• Develops detailed final budgets, in conjunction with the supervisor and project teams, identifying all clinical research activities, tests, and other associated activities to be performed during the conduct of the study based on the study protocol and related documents
• Works closely with partner organizations, including subcontractors, to ensure final project/study budgets are adhered to and updated when necessary, following appropriate steps for review and approval
• Assists with performing financial forecasting and reconciliation of internal accounts
• Prepares, monitors and analyzes cost proposals, reports and staffing for review by the supervisor and/or project team
• Oversees subcontractor budgets and cost proposals in support of CMRPD’s Ebola research in Africa.
• Prepares closing financial reports and obtains proper approvals from program management
• Maintains annual budget assumption documents with up-to-date information to track for actuals, approvals and estimates at completion details
• Maintains and tracks protocol budget documentation and conducts regular audits to ensure the accuracy and completeness of these records
• Assignments may be performed independently with the support of program management staff or in conjunction with other Business Analysts within CMRPD
• Works with supervisor on complex clinical research studies where analysis requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors
• This position is located in Frederick, Maryland

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 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 requirements, a minimum of five (5) years progressively responsible job-related experience
• Progressively responsible experience must demonstrate increased independence and overall responsibility for more complex projects
• Demonstrated experience with analysis of budgets and costs, including burn rates and cost projections
• Demonstrated ability of budget building and cost tracking
• Ability to collect and disseminate information in a clear, concise manner
• Ability to create Excel and database reports
• Ability to track multiple projects concurrently
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite including Excel (advanced), PowerPoint (advanced), and Word (intermediate)
• Excellent research and investigative skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to review complex documents independently and/or in collaboration with clinical research managers, and determine sufficiency of financial documentation
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

• Experience working with the U.S. Government or as a Government Contractor
• Knowledge of governmental regulations; working knowledge of the FAR/FTR
• Budgetary and strategic planning experience and responsibilities as it relates to clinical research
• Knowledge of study design, clinical and biospecimen terms used in research studies and scientific and medical concepts and terminology
• Master’s Degee in Business Administration or related field
• Experience with ERP systems, especially IBM Cognos, Costpoint and Focuspoint

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Outbreak Response Officer (TORP 336)

The Kenjya-Trusant Group, LLC

Washington, DC 20520

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• Secret Clearance

Job Description:
Kenjya-Trusant is seeking a candidate to fill the role of Outbreak Response Officer to provide support services to the Office of International Health and Biodefense in the Bureau of Oceans, International Environmental and Scientific Affairs (OES/IHB).

 

Clearance Requirement – SECRET **Must hold active SECRET clearance at time of application

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support IHB’s lead coordination and guidance role for all Department bureaus in responding to international infectious disease outbreaks such as Ebola, Zika, and yellow fever
• Support U.S. government and State Department preparedness for international infectious disease outbreaks by convening and supporting working groups, planning and participating in tabletop exercises, and contributing content to U.S. government planning documents.
• Coordinate and implement diplomatic engagement strategies for specific disease outbreaks
• Support the U.S. response for policy matters involving health threats including travel, trade, and protection of U.S. citizens
• Disseminate public affairs guidance
• Brief supervisor, co-workers, and principals as needed on ongoing outbreak status and efforts to promote an effective response
• Assist in identifying and tracking donor and private sector engagement and activities
• Facilitate inter-agency coordination on developing and implementing a coordinated U.S. response
• Arrange meetings and conferences as needed to promote information sharing and coordination among U.S. inter-agency staff, as well as private sector and NGOs when needed. Preparation for meetings and conferences may include pre-clearing visitors into the building, scheduling conference rooms, verifying participation and escorting visitors, and assembling briefing books and other documentation.
• Produce content and relevant information to be placed on the OES/IHB SharePoint site to ensure Department-wide access to current information on disease outbreaks
• Provide Department coverage for inter-agency meetings and conference calls, draft notes of these meetings and conferences, and disseminate notes to the office
• Limited travel
• Attend weekly staff and team meetings
• Provide input to, proofread, and properly format papers prepared by colleagues in response to tasking
• Attend training on work-related duties, as need arises

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills
• Excellent writing skills
• Ability to analyze and distill qualitative and quantitative information to inform policy-making
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, including follow-up on pending tasks
• Ability to operate significantly under his/her own initiative and as part of a team, crafting proposals and recommending effective approaches to carry out tasks
• Ability to work with a wide variety of actors, including other office staff and team members, the Front Office, Executive Office staff, interagency colleagues, and outside visitors
• Microsoft office suite skills
• Experience with U.S. foreign affairs/policy
• Experience or familiarity with public health policy
• Familiarity with the Department of State policies and procedures
• Experience or familiarity with emergency management principles

THE KENJYA-TRUSANT GROUP, LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that was established in 2015 as a merger between The Kenjya Group, Inc. and Trusant Technologies, LLC. Our mission is to implement, support and protect the nation’s advanced technology systems, business processes and high-technology facilities. Working with the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, the Intelligence Community, state and local governments, and commercial clients, Kenjya-Trusant provides cyber protection, information technology, engineering, construction management and acquisition support services. We are a small company with big company benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, and a culture of teamwork and continuous learning. Come grow with us!

The Kenjya-Trusant Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you require accommodations, please contact our Human Resources Department at (410) 740-4045.

 

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Senior Consultant- Ebola (Medical)

Bizzell Group

Lanham, MD 20706

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Description:The Bizzell Group, one of the fastest growing businesses in America, is seeking a Senior Consultant – Ebola (Medical) with a specialty in Infectious Diseases, Ebola surveillance, contact tracing, data management and evaluation activities.

 

. Requirements:

• Write compressive reports and papers
• Work independently and with other staff in order to perform technical and medical guidance services in support of the CDC staff and their partners as necessary in Ebola response
• Must possess fluent language skills (speaking and writing) in English and French
• Must be able to pass a criminal background security check
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Qualifications

• Board Certified Medical physician with a background and strong experience in Infectious Diseases, Ebola surveillance, contact tracing, data management, and evaluation activities
• At least Six (6) to eight (8) years of work experience performing the aforementioned duties preferred
• Individual should be able live on a temporary/occasional basis in austere conditions when traveling to field locations

The Bizzell Group, LLC offers competitive compensation, a flexible benefits package, career development opportunities that reflect its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance, Paid Time-Off & Company Paid Holidays, Professional Development & Learning Opportunities.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

The Bizzell Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. That does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We strive to create a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work culture that values all.

 

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Animal Study Coordinator

Piper Companies

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$70,000 a year

Full Job Description

Piper Life Sciences is currently seeking an Animal Study Coordinator in Gaithersburg, MD to support a major area pre-clinical contract research organization in the development and testing of infectious disease vaccine candidates.

Responsibilities of the Animal Study Coordinator

• Lead efforts in ensuring in-vivo animal trials are conducted effectively
• Utilize laboratory facility to provide support to animal subjects and provide humane treatment of research animals
• Arrange study coordination by preparing trays, filling vials and syringes, working with animal technicians

Qualifications of the Animal Study Coordinator

• 2+ year experience working with mice, rats, pigs, guinea pigs, macaques, or non-human primates NHP (non-human primate experience preferred but not required)
• Experience in lieu of degree will work

 

Compensation for the Animal Study Coordinator

• Salary: up to $70,000 commensurate with experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k

 

Keywords: non-human, non human, primate, NHP, macaque, monkey, mice, rats, mouse, necropsy, euthanasia, intubation, surgery, iv, intravenous, blood draw, infusion, inoculation, infectious disease, biosafety three, BSL3, BSL, BSL III, influenza, zika, ebola, COVID, coronavirus, COVID-19, medical, dental, vision, 401k

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Response Team Lead

Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies

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Fort Detrick, MD

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Laulima Government Solutions, LLC is looking for a qualified Response Team Lead at Fort Detrick, MD.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Lead a team of scientists supporting activities for preparedness and response to outbreaks of high consequence viral pathogens in field settings.

• Support research with refined animal models for biodefense agents and facilitate testing of human samples associated with naturally occurring outbreaks in the high containment environment.

• Potentially participate in deployment rotations to international and domestic sites.

• Assist with Ebola virus disease survivor surveillance and research activities in Africa.

• Comply with the NIH Division of Occupational Health and Safety requirement for satisfactory completion of the Biosurety program and Select Agent program.

• Play a role in ensuring that the biosurety program promotes a security conscious culture.

• Comply with the physical security, protection of the division’s property, protection of information, cyber security, agent protection, control and accountability, safe disposal and waste handling, and personal security guidelines set forth by the division’s Biosurety program.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working effectively and respectfully with diverse groups in international settings.

• Familiarity with the conduct of clinical laboratory diagnostics, including molecular, immunologic, and virologic testing.

• Ability to obtain/maintain DoJ Security Risk Assessment (SRA) approval.

• Must be willing to be immunized with licensed and FDA approved Investigational New Drugs (IND) recommended for persons at risk to occupational exposure of biological agents.

• Must be willing to participate in periodic drug screening.

• Must have the ability to obtain/maintain certification in Chemical Personnel Reliability Program and/or Biological Personnel Reliability Program.

• Must have the ability to obtain/maintain CDC Select Agent Program approval.

• Willingness to work under BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 conditions. Able to wear respiratory protection.

 

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Experience with viral Select Agents is highly desired.

• Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) experience is preferred.

• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Basic understanding of laboratory information management systems (LIMS).

• Demonstrate interpersonal, oral and written communication, and organizational skills.

• Demonstrate ability to work independently, design experiments, and analyze data.

 

DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT:

• Master of Science degree from an accredited college or university; PhD highly preferred.

 

CITIZENSHIP/SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident.

• Individual must be able to meet the requirements for Individual must be able to meet the requirements for T3 level investigation.

 

Laulima Government Solutions, LLC is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries; a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 10 paid holidays. Laulima Government Solutions, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees.

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kūpono Government Services, and Kapili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kīkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities under the 501(c)3 principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com

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Emerging Illness Program Manager

BJC HealthCare

2,296 reviews

St. Louis, MO 63110

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Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

Job ID: 1219129
Employment Status: Full-Time
More Information: 

 

Overview 

Role Purpose

Manages and establishes priorities for organizational Emergency Management – Emerging Illness/Ebola Management Program. Emerging Illness consists of multiple or large projects, including sub projects supported by multidisciplinary teams. Responsible for managing with multidisciplinary support, preparedness, planning, tracking, response and recovery activities. Manage organizational Emerging Illness Steering, Operation, and Education & Training Committees and Focus Teams meet organizational needs, Missouri Department of Health & Human Services (DHSS) grant award goals/objectives, accreditation, agency and consensus guidelines.
Project assignments, committee/team size and duration varies and may be large in scope, complexity and strategic alignment. Manages and is responsible for tasks performed by multidisciplinary Committee and Team members related to:
1. Program/Portfolio project scope including operations related work
2. Project prioritization within programs/portfolios
3. Project scoping, planning, execution, analysis & tracking
4. Supply/Equipment inventory management and reporting. Issue, maintain, track and inventory deployable assets to
affected personnel.
5. Change management
6. Team facilitation
7. Risk/hazard identification and mitigation

 

Responsibilities

• Manages individual(s) including but not limited to: hires, trains, assigns work, manages & evaluates performance, conducts professional development plans. Ensures that the productivity and actions of that group meet/support the overall operational goals of the department as established by department leadership.
• Manage preparedness, planning, tracking, response and recovery activities via multidisciplinary teams. Establish processes for supporting/sustaining emerging illness management program, provide insight/expertise for new initiatives in accordance with organizational, local, state, federal agency, accreditation requirements and organizational needs. This includes the updating of numerous protocols, as well as the creation of new protocols to fill identified gaps within the program. Multiple drills and exercises will need to be developed yearly and then executed, and areas for improvement identified.
• Manage collection, analysis and dissemination of information and intelligence related to emerging illnesses. Identify compliance requirements, establish performance indicators and reporting schedules/formats, in accordance with organizational and, agency requirements. Maintain close coordination with local, state, federal and other partners to ensure all emerging illness response requirements are successfully achieved. Update on at least a quarterly basis the advancements within the program. Attend in person quarterly meetings with the State in Jefferson City to disseminate information. Create educational materials and video recordings of various procedures to inform BJH staff as well as EMS agencies transporting patients to BJH.
• Ensures programs/portfolios are appropriately staffed and organized to meet objectives through infrastructure, governance, reporting and strong communication to sponsors and stockholders. Responsible for expert level application and knowledge transfer to indirect reports related to assignments within project, program and portfolio management.
• Provides leadership to project teams in the interpretation, development and implementation of an assigned project. Manages functional and business requirements, work breakdown structure, timeline(s), dependencies, millstones, project approval and charter documents. Chairs the Education & Training, Operations, and Steering Committees, as well as leading smaller working groups.
• Provides information and advice to sponsors and stakeholders in the selection and prioritization of projects and operational work for inclusion in program/portfolio. Provides information and advice to related programs within Emergency Management such as the Bioterrorism Plan.

 

Minimum Requirements

 

Degree

• Master’s Degree

• Public Health/related

 

Experience

• 2-5 years

 

Supervisor Experience

• < 2 years

 

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Driver’s License
• FEMA Prof Dvlmt Series (PDS)

 

Preferred Requirements and Additional Job Information

 

Degree

• Doctorate

• Public Health/related

 

Experience

• 5-10 years

 

Supervisor Experience

• 2-5 years

 

Licenses & Certifications

• FEMA Prjct Mgt Prof (PMP)
• Incident Command System
• National Incident Management
• PMI

 

Benefits Statement 

Note: not all benefits apply to all openings

• Comprehensive medical, dental, life insurance, and disability plan options
• Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Health Care and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• On-Site Fitness Center (depending on location)
• Paid Time Off Program for vacation, holiday and sick time
• Pension does not apply to Memorial Hospital, Memorial Hospital East, Alton Memorial or Parkland Health Center

 

Legal Statement 

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

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BJC HealthCare

1 day ago

 

FDA Viral Pathogenesis and Immunobiology

U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Silver Spring, MD

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Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

Organization

U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Reference Code

FDA-CBER-2021-0031

How to Apply

Connect with ORISE…on the GO! Download the new ORISE GO mobile app in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to help you stay engaged, connected, and informed during your ORISE experience and beyond

A complete application consists of:

• An application
• Transcripts –
• A current resume/CV, including academic history, employment history, relevant experiences, and publication list
• One educational or professional recommendation

All documents must be in English or include an official English translation.

If you have questions, send an email to [email protected]. Please include the reference code for this opportunity in your email.

Application Deadline

7/23/2021 3:00:00 PM Eastern Time Zone

Description

• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling-basis.

A research opportunity is currently available in the Office of Vaccines Research and Review (OVRR) at the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in Silver Spring, Maryland.

The ongoing research performed involves study of SARS-CoV-2, Influenza, Ebola, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). We are presently addressing humoral immune responses following infection and vaccination in humans. This information is then used for development and evaluation of vaccines against these viral diseases.

Emphasis is on understanding the role of adjuvants and different vaccine modalities in eliciting broadly cross-reactive protective antibodies. The advanced techniques developed in the lab includes whole genome gene-fragment phage display libraries (GFPDL), high throughput Surface plasmon resonance (SPR), protein production, development of new in vitro and in vivo methods, vaccine development and animal challenge studies.

Anticipated Appointment Start Date: July 1, 2021; start date is flexible

This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education, was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and FDA. The initial appointment is for one year, but may be renewed upon recommendation of FDA contingent on the availability of funds. The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. The appointment is full-time at FDA in the Silver Spring, Maryland, area. Participants do not become employees of FDA, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits.

Completion of a successful background investigation by the Office of Personnel Management is required for an applicant to be on-boarded at FDA. OPM can complete a background investigation only for individuals, including non-US Citizens, who have resided in the US for a total of three of the past five years.

FDA requires ORISE participants to read and sign their FDA Education and Training Agreement within 30 days of his/her start date, setting forth the conditions and expectations for his/her educational appointment at the agency. This agreement covers such topics as the following:

• Non-employee nature of the ORISE appointment;
• Prohibition on ORISE Fellows performing inherently governmental functions;
• Obligation of ORISE Fellows to convey all necessary rights to the FDA regarding intellectual property conceived or first reduced to practice during their fellowship;
• The fact that research materials and laboratory notebooks are the property of the FDA;
• ORISE fellow’s obligation to protect and not to further disclose or use non-public information.

Qualifications

The qualified candidate should have received a bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree in one of the relevant fields, or be currently pursuing one of the degrees with completion by the end of July 2021. Degree must have been received within the past five years.

Candidates with research experience in SPR, phage display, virology, or recombinant protein/antibody production are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility Requirements

• Citizenship: LPR or U.S. Citizen
• Degree: Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree, or Doctoral Degree received within the last 60 months or anticipated to be received by 7/31/2021 11:59:00 PM.
• Discipline(s):
  • Life Health and Medical Sciences

Affirmation

Have you lived in the United States for at least 36 out of the past 60 months? (36 months do not have to be consecutive.)

Oak Ridge Associated Universities

23 days ago

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Research Associate II, Pathology Research

Univ. of Texas Medical Branch

Galveston, TX 77555

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Performs a variety of routine and non-routine research assignments and experiments and assists with lab maintenance responsibilities.

Min Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in basic science or equivalent and 2 years of related experience or Master’s degree in basic science or equivalent and no experience required

Preferred Skill/ Competency

Excellent communication skills and writing skills are required.

Specific Job Related Duties

A Research Associate II position is available in the Department of Pathology, University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. The area of research would be related to emerging viruses which require work in biocontainment (SARS-CoV-2, Lassa Ebola, Marburg, hantavirus and other BSL-3 and BSL-4 viruses) and may include work on projects related to antibodies and vaccines. A candidate is expected performing basic experimental procedures, such as in vitro antibody neutralization tests, virus titration, flow cytometry, maintaining cell cultures, ELISAs, preparation and analysis of DNA mini-preps and maxi-preps, cloning and sequencing of DNA, PCR. A candidate is also expected to assume a major responsibility in the daily operation of the BSL-2 lab, including ordering of reagents and maintaining the equipment, as well as to write protocols of animal studies.

Preferred Education:

Candidates must have B.A./B.S. or M.S. in biology and have at least 3 years of experience in virology, immunology and/or in molecular biology techniques.

Preferred Work Experience:

A documented experience of work under BSL-3 and/or BSL-4 biocontainment is highly desirable. A candidate will be performing work in BSL-3, BSL-4 and BSL-2 laboratories.

 

Salary Range

Commensurate with experience

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

Primary Location United States-Texas-Galveston

Work Locations 0609 – Keiller Bldg 301 University Blvd. Keiller Building, rm 1.116 Galveston 77555-0609

Job Research Academic & Clinical

Organization Univ. of Texas Medical Branch

:

Regular

Shift Standard

Employee Status Non-Manager

Job Level Day Job

Job Posting Dec 8, 2020, 11:33:15 AM

UTMB Health

Research Scientist II, Pathology Research

Univ. of Texas Medical Branch

Galveston, TX 77555

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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Evaluates, selects, applies standard scientific techniques and procedures with using judgement when necessary to adapt standard methods and techniques.
• Assist with supervision work of lab staff, oversees execution of assigned tasks.
• Establishes research objectives and methodology, designs procedures, conducts research projects, analyzes, and interprets results.
• Assist the PI in writing progress reports, grant proposals. May submit equipment, renovation, or other facility/core enhancement grants as the PI. Write grants with the approval and commitment of the Supervisor and Chair.
• Present data at national and international conferences, assist the PI in writing progress reports and grant proposals, protocols of animal experiments, assist in supervision of Ph.D. students.
• Writes laboratory and animal protocols
• Documented experience in BSL-2 and BSL-3 as well as ABSL-2 and ABSL-3 operations
• Adheres to internal controls established for the department

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Ph. D, M.D, D.O., or D.V.M in related field and one year of related experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

A Research Scientist II position related to a new NIH-funded project on the role of epigenetic and transcriptional mechanisms in the pathogenesis of Ebola virus disease is available in the laboratory of Dr. Alexander Bukreyev, Department of Pathology. Applicants should be highly motivated, able to conduct independent research, and have publications in internationally recognized English language journals. Excellent communication skills and writing skills are required. The work can be extended to additional emerging viruses which require work in biocontainment, including but not limited to Marburg virus, Lassa virus, SARS-CoV-2 and hantaviruses. Experience in virology and molecular biology and/or immunology, with the preference to transcriptional regulation of the immune response and/or epigenetics

SALARY:

Commensurate with experience

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location United States-Texas-Galveston

Work Locations 0609 – Keiller Bldg 301 University Blvd. Keiller Building, rm 1.116 Galveston 77555-0609

Job Research Academic & Clinical

Organization Univ. of Texas Medical Branch

:

Regular

Shift Standard

Employee Status Manager

Job Level Day Job

Job Posting Apr 29, 2021, 2:32:16 PM