Research Analyst II
Job Family
Travel Required
Clearance Required
• What You Will Do
Support research and development activities, including laboratory and field-based research.
- Collect, prepare, process, and analyze samples.
- Conduct laboratory testing and analyses, including propagation, and molecular detection and/or characterization of microorganisms.
- Document laboratory analyses, procedures, results, and observations.
- Draft project reports and manuscripts for publication.
What You Will Need
- Bachelor's degree in marine biology or a related field, such as molecular biology, microbiology, biology, or biochemistry with a Minimum (2)+ years of experience.
- Experience conducting laboratory testing and analysis.
- Experience collecting environmental samples from marine environments.
- Ability to document laboratory activities, analyze data, and support development of technical reports.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD Public Trust. Candidates must receive approved adjudication of their Public Trust prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active Public Trust or existing suitability are preferred.
• What Would Be Nice To Have
FDA experience.
- Experience extracting, purifying, and characterizing biological toxins.
- Experience propagating bacterial and eukaryotic microorganisms.
- Experience developing molecular assays to detect and/or identify bacterial species.
- Experience preparing RNA, DNA, and protein extractions for analyses.
- Experience performing molecular analyses using real-time PCR, Sanger sequencing, and/or next-generation sequencing
- Experience performing bioinformatics analysis of DNA sequence data.
The annual salary range for this position is $56,000.00-$94,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
- Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
- Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Basic Life & Supplemental Life
- Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Student Loan PayDown
- Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
- Skills Development & Certifications
- Employee Referral Program
- Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
- Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
- Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
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