Davita Inc.
Chief Scientist (Molecular Diagnostics)
Davita Inc., Frederick, Maryland, United States, 21701
Chief Scientist (Molecular Diagnostics)Job Locations:US-MD-FrederickID:
2024-5205Category:
ScientificType:
Full TimeHours/Week:
40Location:
Fort DetrickPosition Summary
Odyssey is looking for a
Chief Scientist (Molecular Diagnostics)
to support the Molecular Diagnostics Department in the Biological Defense Research Directorate (BDRD) at the Naval Medical Research Center (NMRC). The goal of this group is to broaden the ability of the Directorate to produce quality assays and reagents for the detection of bio-threat agents domestically and across the globe. The mission of the Microbiology and Immunology (MI) and Molecular Diagnostic (MD) departments of Naval Medical Research Command BDRD is to research, develop and produce detection and mitigation products to counter biological threat agents, both natural and man-made domestically and across the globe. The Immunodiagnostics and Molecular Diagnostics Departments produce high quality reagents and assay kits that are used by the Operations Department, other DoD groups and Federal partners to conduct field and laboratory-based analysis of potential bio-threat agents.***Contingent upon contract award***Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to:Production of Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction Assays (Molecular Diagnostics Department):
Assist with production of reagents for daily use by DoD and Federal programs to detect the presence of biological warfare agents in aerosol samples and for ongoing disease surveillance across the globe. Reagent production is conducted in an ISO Guide 34 accredited laboratory for the production of certified reference materials. To support this project, assistance with the following tasks shall be performed:Produce nucleic acid-based detection/diagnostic assays against various biological threat agents;Conformance test detection/diagnostics assays to ensure performance meets stated standards;Continually improve Quality Management System to meet applicable accreditation standards;Maintain repository of assay kits and ship to DoD and USG customers CONUS and OCONUS.Molecular Assay Development & Platform Test and Evaluation (Molecular Diagnostics Department):
Assist with the development and testing of new or improved nucleic acid-based detection assays to meet the needs of DoD and other Federal agencies. Transition these assays into production based on customer needs. Assist with assay development that may include platform test and evaluation to compare performance of new or improved platforms or components with currently fielded platforms. Laboratory support will include work in BSL-2 and BSL-3 laboratories with BSAT requiring enrollment in a BPRP. To support this project, assistance with the following tasks shall be performed:Develop DNA or RNA detection assays with the goal of improving currently fielded assays and/or increasing USG assay portfolio;Develop DNA or RNA detection/diagnostic assays in response to public health emergencies;Conduct assay and platform test & evaluation of new or improved nucleic-acid based instruments and technologies.Field Sample Analysis (Molecular Diagnostics, Immunodiagnostics and Operations Departments):
Assist with maintaining a capability for analysis of unknown samples to identify suspected biological threat agents. This project includes support to CDC as a National Laboratory in the Laboratory Response Network (LRN) and support to DoD and other Federal customers in unknown sample analysis. To support this project, assistance with the following tasks shall be performed:Conduct unknown sample analysis and proficiency testing as requested and required by the Laboratory Response Network;Conduct on-site and off-site analysis for the Department of Homeland Security and other Federal entities;Conduct analysis for Department of Defense (CONUS & OCONUS);Conduct training and exercises in field sample analysis for DoD and other Federal entities.***Contingent upon contract award***Qualifications
Minimum Required Qualifications:Citizenship:
Must be a US citizenClearance:
Active Top SecretEducation:
Ph.D. in a biological science field.Years of Experience:
10 years of practical post-doctoral research in molecular biology is considered essential.Skills:The candidate must possess a practical knowledge of basic and applied research, including experimental design and methods, and must have demonstrated the ability to perform original and competent research.The candidate must have experience managing an ISO Guide 34 Quality Management System and hands-on experience working with BSAT in BSL-2 and BSL-3 laboratories.Must be able to pass all criteria for enrollment in a BPRP, to include random drug screening.Contractor personnel must be able to travel nationally and internationally for moderate periods of time (up to 2 weeks in length).CV due date:
11/30/24Contract start:
01/02/25Additional Information
Location:
Frederick, MDTravel:
up to 20%Remote, Onsite, or Hybrid:
Onsite#LI-JC1Company Overview
Odyssey Systems Consulting Group
is an innovative small business committed to providing world-class technical, management, and training support services to government and public sector clients. We focus on people, processes, and performance to deliver superior results. Since our inception in 1997, our commitment to mission success and customer satisfaction has been recognized with exponential growth and exceptional past performance ratings.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesPlease Note:
Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications. Salary range available upon request.
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2024-5205Category:
ScientificType:
Full TimeHours/Week:
40Location:
Fort DetrickPosition Summary
Odyssey is looking for a
Chief Scientist (Molecular Diagnostics)
to support the Molecular Diagnostics Department in the Biological Defense Research Directorate (BDRD) at the Naval Medical Research Center (NMRC). The goal of this group is to broaden the ability of the Directorate to produce quality assays and reagents for the detection of bio-threat agents domestically and across the globe. The mission of the Microbiology and Immunology (MI) and Molecular Diagnostic (MD) departments of Naval Medical Research Command BDRD is to research, develop and produce detection and mitigation products to counter biological threat agents, both natural and man-made domestically and across the globe. The Immunodiagnostics and Molecular Diagnostics Departments produce high quality reagents and assay kits that are used by the Operations Department, other DoD groups and Federal partners to conduct field and laboratory-based analysis of potential bio-threat agents.***Contingent upon contract award***Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to:Production of Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction Assays (Molecular Diagnostics Department):
Assist with production of reagents for daily use by DoD and Federal programs to detect the presence of biological warfare agents in aerosol samples and for ongoing disease surveillance across the globe. Reagent production is conducted in an ISO Guide 34 accredited laboratory for the production of certified reference materials. To support this project, assistance with the following tasks shall be performed:Produce nucleic acid-based detection/diagnostic assays against various biological threat agents;Conformance test detection/diagnostics assays to ensure performance meets stated standards;Continually improve Quality Management System to meet applicable accreditation standards;Maintain repository of assay kits and ship to DoD and USG customers CONUS and OCONUS.Molecular Assay Development & Platform Test and Evaluation (Molecular Diagnostics Department):
Assist with the development and testing of new or improved nucleic acid-based detection assays to meet the needs of DoD and other Federal agencies. Transition these assays into production based on customer needs. Assist with assay development that may include platform test and evaluation to compare performance of new or improved platforms or components with currently fielded platforms. Laboratory support will include work in BSL-2 and BSL-3 laboratories with BSAT requiring enrollment in a BPRP. To support this project, assistance with the following tasks shall be performed:Develop DNA or RNA detection assays with the goal of improving currently fielded assays and/or increasing USG assay portfolio;Develop DNA or RNA detection/diagnostic assays in response to public health emergencies;Conduct assay and platform test & evaluation of new or improved nucleic-acid based instruments and technologies.Field Sample Analysis (Molecular Diagnostics, Immunodiagnostics and Operations Departments):
Assist with maintaining a capability for analysis of unknown samples to identify suspected biological threat agents. This project includes support to CDC as a National Laboratory in the Laboratory Response Network (LRN) and support to DoD and other Federal customers in unknown sample analysis. To support this project, assistance with the following tasks shall be performed:Conduct unknown sample analysis and proficiency testing as requested and required by the Laboratory Response Network;Conduct on-site and off-site analysis for the Department of Homeland Security and other Federal entities;Conduct analysis for Department of Defense (CONUS & OCONUS);Conduct training and exercises in field sample analysis for DoD and other Federal entities.***Contingent upon contract award***Qualifications
Minimum Required Qualifications:Citizenship:
Must be a US citizenClearance:
Active Top SecretEducation:
Ph.D. in a biological science field.Years of Experience:
10 years of practical post-doctoral research in molecular biology is considered essential.Skills:The candidate must possess a practical knowledge of basic and applied research, including experimental design and methods, and must have demonstrated the ability to perform original and competent research.The candidate must have experience managing an ISO Guide 34 Quality Management System and hands-on experience working with BSAT in BSL-2 and BSL-3 laboratories.Must be able to pass all criteria for enrollment in a BPRP, to include random drug screening.Contractor personnel must be able to travel nationally and internationally for moderate periods of time (up to 2 weeks in length).CV due date:
11/30/24Contract start:
01/02/25Additional Information
Location:
Frederick, MDTravel:
up to 20%Remote, Onsite, or Hybrid:
Onsite#LI-JC1Company Overview
Odyssey Systems Consulting Group
is an innovative small business committed to providing world-class technical, management, and training support services to government and public sector clients. We focus on people, processes, and performance to deliver superior results. Since our inception in 1997, our commitment to mission success and customer satisfaction has been recognized with exponential growth and exceptional past performance ratings.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesPlease Note:
Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications. Salary range available upon request.
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