Senior Staff, Clinical Microbiology

Job Family : Scientific Research & Analysis Travel Required : Up to 10% Clearance Required : Ability to Obtain Public Trust We are currently searching for a Scientist/Clinician with medical microbiology or clinical pathology experience to provide support to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This is a full-time, on-site opportunity based in Bethesda, MD.

What You Will Do

• Provide clinical operational oversight and consultation for microbiology testing, with the majority of effort devoted to clinical service activities.
• Participate in clinical call responsibilities, including presentation of patient results and didactic case-based teaching at Microbiology Rounds and supervision of microbiology fellows on a rotating basis Oversee and develop appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic tests to support NIH clinical protocols in the care of patients.
• Advise clinicians and NIH physician scientists on the significance of diagnostic procedures and interpretation of laboratory test results.
• Manage the financial and technical resources of the laboratory.
• Coordinate work with the technical supervisors of the specialty sections.
• Ensure that all specialty laboratory staff members and postdoctoral clinical microbiology fellows are appropriately trained.
• Mentor and teach NIH and visiting infectious diseases fellows and microbiology fellows.
• Contribute to the comprehensive laboratory safety policies of the laboratory and assuring that relevant staff are knowledgeable and compliant with safe laboratory practices.
• Initiate independent and collaborative research projects in clinical microbiology and/or infectious diseases with NIH investigators, other NIH scientists, and outside collaborators.
• Analyze, evaluate, and interpret scientific and clinical data to prepare papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at seminars and scientific meetings.
• Keep abreast of scientific and clinical developments through the review of literature, and attending professional meetings, conferences, and symposia.
• What You Will Need : Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Microbiology or a related field along with postdoctoral training resulting in certification or eligibility for certification by the American Board of Medical Microbiology, and/or an MD with board certification or eligibility for certification in either Medical Microbiology or Clinical Pathology as well as a current medical license in a US state or territory.
• Eight (8) years as a Scientist/Clinician with medical microbiology or clinical pathology experience Experience translating scientific and clinical data into peer ‑ reviewed publications, presenting findings at scientific forums, and supporting fellow training through case ‑based teaching and mentorship.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "public trust"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their public trust prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.
• Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred What Would Be Nice To Have : Eight (8) years of relevant experience.
• Expertise in bioinformatics including, but not limited to, the use of tools, pipelines, and methodologies for Next Generation Sequencing data processing is highly desired.
• A strong record of independent and collaborative research is highly valued.
• The annual salary range for this position is $149,000.00-$248,000.00.

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 Parental Leave 401(k) Retirement Plan Group Term Life and Travel Assistance Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities Employee Referral Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach Care.com annual membership Employee Assistance Program Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
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