Master Data Associate Jobs in Frederick, MD (NOW HIRING)

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What You Will Do:

We are seeking an Associate Scientist to support formulation development, stability studies, analytical testing, and documentation for vaccine and biotherapeutic programs at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. This full-time, on-site role in Gaithersburg, MD.

• Execute formulation and stability studies under the federal task leader's direction, including coordinating analytical sample generation and testing.

• Independently generate and analyze samples using standard and advanced study-specific analytical methods.

• Coordinate and conduct formulation development studies for vaccine and biotherapeutic characterization under the federal task leader's direction.

• Analyze and compile analytical data independently in collaboration with the project development team.

• Present data to small groups and department audiences.

• Coordinate external service and perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting for laboratory instrumentation.

• Draft and review routine stability study protocols under the direction of a Formulation Scientist or Senior Scientist.

• Write and evaluate technical reports documenting formulation, stability, and method development studies.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "public trust"; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry or a related discipline is required

• A minimum of ONE (1) year of industry, government, or equivalent experience in protein formulation or a related field; a master's thesis may satisfy this requirement

• Hands-on experience in one or more of the following: protein or vaccine formulation, protein or vaccine stability, biophysical characterization, or bioanalytical development

• Hands-on experience with one or more analytical techniques, including ultraviolet-visible, fluorescence, circular dichroism, or infrared spectroscopy; differential scanning calorimetry; and particle characterization methods such as light scattering, high accuracy liquid particle counting, or micro-flow imaging

• Knowledge of the structural properties of proteins

• Experience with data analysis using standard software platforms (Excel, Prism, Sigma Plot, etc.)

• 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:

• Master's degree preferred

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.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

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