Junior Scientist

With an established footprint in North America, ICON stands as a leading CRO, blending global presence with regional expertise. Having successfully managed numerous research projects across the continent, our North American teams are at the forefront of innovative clinical research. Our North American teams operate across various states and provinces, showcasing the capability and expertise to conduct clinical trial and development projects on a local, cross-region, and global scale. We're looking for passionate professionals who are eager to contribute their skills and creativity to a team that's shaping the future of healthcare. With ICON, you'll have the chance to work on both local and global projects, leveraging our extensive network and world-class resources. We are seeking a Junior Scientist II to join a diverse and growing team at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) Trauma Infection Research group (TIR). The Junior Scientist II will join our team to conduct translational research in the areas of combat-wound-related animal modeling, bacterial pathogenesis, novel therapeutics, and diagnostics. The group has multiple projects on the development of combat-relevant infection models and pre-clinical testing of antimicrobial treatments. The Trauma Infection Research (TIR) group focuses on trauma physiology and related microbial pathogens of military relevance. Studies include simulations of combat wound injuries in small animal models with emphasis on immunopathogenesis. What You Will Be Doing: Perform studies related to trauma-related bacterial infections, including but not limited to bacterial culture, biofilm formation assay, antibiotic sensitivity test, in vitro antimicrobial tests. Conduct studies to develop combat-relevant infection animal models as pipelines for testing treatments of wound and systemic infections Conduct studies to screen/develop/optimize new therapeutics Perform animal surgical techniques and rodent handling including anesthesia, euthanasia, blood and other tissue collection. Perform sc, ip and iv injections of therapeutics Conduct/assist with immunological/physiological tests including cytokine/chemokine assessment, immune cell analysis and evaluation of healing. Keep accurate and complete records of research done in accordance with applicable standards. Submit reports and data summaries as requested and prepare research results for presentation and publication in the scientific literature. Participate on proposal writing projects when requested. Provide all job-related progress reports/technical reports as requested. Maintain a safe workplace ensuring that he/she is aware of and observes appropriate safety and occupational health rules and regulations. Performs light duties and other related duties as required and assigned. Strong computer skills and experience with relevant software, including MS Office, GraphPad Prism and molecular biology software. Night and weekend hours may be required. Your Profile: Must be a US Citizen Ph.D. in appropriate discipline (e.g., microbiology, immunology, molecular biology, physiology and animal models) Experience with microbiology of bacterial pathogens and antibacterial development is a plus. Proficiency in basic laboratory techniques and basic math skills Must have ability to perform work at a high level of accuracy and maintain detailed records of research. Strong computer skills and experience with relevant software including MS Office, GraphPad Prism and molecular biology software. Ability to work independently. Ability to troubleshoot problems and elucidate root causes of experimental failures. Proficiency in writing lab protocols, SOPs and research papers Additional Information: *Onsite at Walter Reed Army Institute of Research in Silver Spring, MD* Job Type: Full-time Pay: $75,000.00 - $81,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Education: Doctorate (Required) Ability to Commute: Silver Spring, MD (Required) Ability to Relocate: Silver Spring, MD: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person