Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Scientist I to carry out research projects in collaboration with a research team. The funded research is a focused line of inquiry and will foster professional development as a career oriented researcher.

This position supports neuroscience research activities in Department of Anatomy, Physiology & Genetics. The position is in the McCabe Lab at Uniformed Services University, where the focus in on preclinical modeling of traumatic brain injury in mice. The position is supported by a Department of Defense project to examine the role of neurotransmitter systems (particularly monoamine systems and the acetylcholinergic system) after traumatic brain injury in conjunction with neurodegenerative disease. In addition, the project employs a candidate compound that may ameliorate symptoms from TBI and aging.

Note: This work site requires that non-US Citizen incumbents have lived in the US three out of the past five years.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing, and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike.Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

Assists in designing, developing, executing, and implementing scientific research and/or development.
• Processes and interprets experimental data. Formulates experimental hypotheses and designs experimental protocols.
• Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories to potential inventions and products.
• Performs specialized laboratory research utilizing experimental protocols which involves specialized procedures, including experience with mouse handling and husbandry, behavioral experiments.
• Makes scientific observations, maintains detailed workbooks/documentation, and ensures documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards.
• Coordinates and contributes to new grant and funding applications.
• Prepares written reports and manuscripts for submission to scientific journals.
• Collects and handles samples and keeps detailed records of experiments.
• Prepares written reports and manuscripts for submission to scientific journals.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.
• In coordination with Principal Investigator, provides oversight and guidance to laboratory technicians and graduate students.
  

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience studying rodent testing, including drug administration, brain histology, and behavior testing and software.
• knowledge of appropriate scientific area.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a laboratory setting.

Education and Experience

• Doctorate Degree required.
• Minimum of 2-5 years experience required.

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

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable.Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.