Scientist

Overview

We are seeking a Scientist to support the National Institutes of Health's (NIH), world renowned National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Bethesda, MD. Our NIAID professional, technical, and scientific support personnel are part of a preeminent team focused on positively impacting millions of lives around the world with groundbreaking research. Candidates will work at a prominent, diverse and vibrant NIAID worksite to directly support exciting ongoing research activities as a contractor team member. Accelerate your career and apply below to help us make a difference.

CAMRIS International is a dynamic clinical research and international development firm that achieves innovative solutions to health and development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective programs and research management services. We combine our proven systems with today's most effective, evidence-based best practices. Our core practice areas include: clinical research; vaccine research, microbiology and infectious disease research, development and production; biodefense; global health security; and HIV/AIDS programs.

Our employees enjoy a diverse, collegial environment where individual contributions matter at all levels. At CAMRIS, you will notably improve the lives of people at home and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Communicate pertinent medical, genetic, and psychosocial information including recurrence risk assessment and family planning options, to patients and their family members, as is indicated.

• Provide initial psychosocial assessments of patients and refer for continued care.

• Serve as a liaison with genetics/genetic counseling societies, patient support groups and other non-governmental agencies interested in inherited disease, as requested by the Federal Task leader.

• Assist in clinical and translational research in the Branch, including performing reviews of relevant medical/scientific literature, organizing data, and writing manuscripts for publication, and discuss the data with the Federal Task Leader and lab staff and other collaborators as needed.

• Construct family pedigrees, contact family members, aid in obtaining genetic specimens, and facilitate proper clinical and research molecular testing.

• Participate in ongoing clinical quality control within the lab, making suggestions for how to best integrate and execute genetic services in the NIH.

• Assist in conducting behavioral and genetic counseling research.

• Evaluate the potential impact of legislation, papers, reports, and other information on current and planned genetic counseling activities and recommend appropriate action.

• Brief lab personnel on emerging genetic and genetic counseling issues and recommend responses to such issues.

• Assist in the preparation and execution of relevant research protocols.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Genetic Counseling required.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working in a clinical research setting preferred.

• Must be certified or board-eligible as a Genetic Counselor by the American Board of Genetic Counseling.

• Must be able to be credentialed by the NIH Clinical Center.

• Must have knowledge pertaining to privacy of the patient, privileged information and secure handling of the patient's medical records.

CAMRIS International LLC offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.CAMRIS.com. CAMRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by any applicable federal, state, or local law.

Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Public Trust-level background check, a requirement for this position under an active federal contract. The background check process may include, but is not limited to the following: (1) contacting your professional references; (2) verification of previous employment, education and credentials; (3) a criminal background check; (4) use/abuse of federally-controlled substances; and (5) a department of motor vehicle check. Candidates must be prepared to fully-complete any required background check questionnaire during initial onboarding.