Researcher Job Listing at Kelly Services in Bethesda, MD (Job ID 9433479)

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Researcher - NIH – Bethesda, MD

Kelly Government Solutions is a strategic supplier and business partner to the federal government and its key suppliers.  Through our partnership with the National Institutes of Health, Kelly Government Solutions offers administrative, IT, engineering, scientific, and healthcare professionals the opportunity to work with one of the most prestigious research organizations in the world.  We are currently seeking a Researcher with the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD.
This is a long-term contract position which offers:
- Competitive salary with comprehensive benefit package
- Opportunity to work at NIH, the world's foremost medical research center
- Learn more about what Kelly can do for you at www.kellygovernmentsolutions.com
TASKS. The contractor shall:
Assist and communicate results with the Federal Task Leader and the staff scientists as well as other collaborators.
• Provide critical care and intervention of an anesthetized animal patient, knowing when there is a health issue and how to correct it.
• Respond to emergency situations with animal patients within the prescribed time period.
• Clearly communicate any changes in animals' health status to facility veterinarian and appropriate team members.
• Perform experiments using centrifuge, CBC machine, Chemistry machine, i-STAT, glucometer,and other equipment to collect data and organize the results for manuscript preparation.
• Perform blood draws, catheter placement, intubation, injections, BALs, necropsies and other technical needs in NHPs and rabbits and mice.
• Process blood and tissues according to specific needs of multiple experiments.
• Execute detailed necropsies collecting samples as requested.
• Maintain accurate animal records and documentation associated with technical procedures of the animals.
• Manipulate infectious and radioactive NHPs and rabbits in a safe and proficient manner.
• Distribute samples from necropsies and other procedures to other labs doing the analysis, track samples and return of generated data.
• Collect and organize data, perform data analysis, write procedures and SOPs, and keep
inventories.

REQUIREMENTS. The contractor must have:
High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) years of working experience in a lab setting in scientific related field.
• Demonstrates knowledge of maintaining accurate and detailed records.
• Demonstrates knowledge of proper laboratory disposal methods and safety procedures.
• Proficient computer skills with spreadsheets and other software to record data.
• In-person work in the BSL-3 laboratory and in ABSL-3 laboratory with NHPs, rabbits, and
mice, required.
• Effective and clear communication skills and the ability to work in a high stress environment.
• Ability to work in a team under oversight in ABSL-3 laboratory environments following SOPs.
• Must be able to pass extensive background check and Public Trust 5 clearance.
• Willing to work flexible hours, weekend work possible.
• Work quickly and efficiently with others and independently to generate high quality,
reproducible data.

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE.
When you apply, please know a Kelly Government Solutions Recruiter will review your resume and will contact you directly, if your skills and experience match the requirements of this position; a full job description can be made available at that time.

Due to the high volume of inquiries, we regret that we cannot accept phone calls. Even if you aren't contacted for this position, you are still part of our talent network.  All Kelly recruiters have access to your profile, which expands your opportunities even further.

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