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Cape Fox SS

Scientist NIH

Frederick, MD · On-site

$51.26/hr

Title: Virology Support Scientist Provide research services to support virology research, such as performing research that takes advantage of IRF-Frederick resources and to provide technical ...

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Professionals in virology research often encounter challenges such as rapidly evolving pathogens, the need for strict biosafety protocols, and the complexity of designing reproducible experiments. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams—including immunologists, bioinformaticians, and clinicians—is crucial to address these challenges and advance research goals. Staying updated on the latest scientific literature and technological advancements also helps virology researchers adapt to a dynamic field and contribute meaningfully to public health solutions.

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Virology research is the scientific study of viruses and virus-like agents, including their structure, classification, evolution, ways they infect and exploit host cells, and the diseases they cause. Researchers in this field investigate how viruses interact with host organisms, develop methods to detect viral infections, and work on creating antiviral drugs and vaccines. Virology research is crucial for understanding emerging viral threats and for developing public health strategies to control and prevent viral diseases.
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Scientist, Virology Research

Dispatch Bio

Philadelphia, PA

Other

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

The role:

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team and take advantage of our state-of-the-art oncolytic virus/viral gene delivery and cell therapy systems capabilities to discover novel cancer immunotherapy approaches. This position will report to the Senior Scientist II, Virology Research and focus on the characterization of various oncolytic virus candidates in combination with our core technologies.

Key responsibilities:

  • Isolate, expand, purify and characterize viruses emerging from genetically engineered viruses
  • Evaluate novel replication-competent virus candidates in high throughput in vitro assays utilizing cancer cell lines, organoids and normal tissue
  • Support team members in the engineering of novel oncolytic viruses and the assessment of their potential for cancer treatment
  • Support development of neutralization and antibody binding assays for the translational research team
  • Communicate experimental findings in team meetings
  • Analyze, document, and report laboratory data in accordance with company SOPs
  • Present data and future experimental designs in meetings with scientific leadership

Required experience & skills: 

  • Bachelor's degree in Virology, Immunology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry or related field with at least 3 years of experience or Master's Degree in similar fields with at least 2 years of experience working in a research laboratory setting
  • Prior experience in Discovery Research is imperative
  • Extensive hands-on experience in molecular and cell biology techniques, including cell culture, flow cytometry, ELISAs, luminescence-based assays, RT-qPCR, and molecular cloning
  • Ability to independently execute, analyze, and interpret experimental assays and troubleshoot, as needed
  • Collaborative attitude, ability to work in a team and dedicated work ethic
  • Strong organizational and planning skills and the desire to work in a flexible and fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred experience & skills:

  • Prior experience with culturing and isolation/purification of adenovirus
  • Experimentation involving activation, migration, and/or complex co-culture assays with immune cells (PBMCs, T cells, macrophages) is a plus
  • Experience characterizing adenovirus, including infectious titer assays (plaque assay, TCID50) and physical titer determination; HPLC experience is a plus
  • Previous experience with multiplex cytokine measurements using MSD and/or Luminex
  • Previous handing of primary immune cells, primary tumor tissues, and/or organoids a plus
  • Proficiency with data analysis software such as Graphpad Prism and FlowJo

 

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