Research Scientist
Core
Conduct laboratory research on scavenger receptors, HDL binding, lipid metabolism, infection, inflammation, and atherosclerosis using animal models and experimental systems.
Role type
Senior IC research scientist (biomedical/lipid metabolism)
Builds
Scientific discovery and laboratory methods for NIH
Domain
Biomedical research / Lipid metabolism
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
cell culture techniques, DNA/RNA extraction, ELISA, scavenger receptor research, animal model experimentation, data analysis, scientific writing, laboratory instrumentation maintenance, staff mentoring
Preferred skills
clinical research experience, federal research setting experience, biology/biological science background
Technologies
RT-PCR, radiotracer labeling, fluorescent probe labeling, radioimmunoassay, ELISA, fluorescent cellular uptake studies, lipid particle isolation, apolipoprotein isolation
Responsibilities
Plan, design, and execute research experiments; perform hands-on laboratory techniques; analyze and manage scientific data; prepare technical reports, manuscripts, and presentations; maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments; manage reagents and laboratory resources; mentor junior scientists and staff
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC