Senior Scientist, Biology

Description

This is where your legacy begins! The Leidos Innovations Center currently has an opening for a Senior Scientist - Biology to work in our San Diego, California location.

We are seeking a broadly trained and highly motivated biologist for advanced technology programs focused on molecular biology, biochemistry, and genetics / genomics.

This is a highly dynamic and integrative environment in which talented and creative scientists can thrive working on a diverse array of multidisciplinary projects.

The group has an immediate need for someone with strong Molecular, Biochemical and Synthetic Biology laboratory and analytical skills.

Primary Responsibilities

• Contribute to the conceptualization and development of novel applications in support of government-funded efforts in the areas of synthetic and systems biology
• Develop novel countermeasures against chemical and biological agents
• Develop novel molecular and genomics-based methods for the detection of exposure to biological and / or chemical agents.
• Develop novel biological and / or bioinspired systems
• Effectively communicate research in team meetings, progress reports, peer-reviewed publications, and patents.
• Quickly adapt to evolving research needs, rapidly acquire new scientific knowledge and stay informed on new technologies.
• Work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team consisting of biologists, chemists, mathematicians, statisticians, and engineers.

Lead Candidates should follow sound scientific practices and maintain effective documentation of activities and analyses.

Basic Qualifications

BS degree in Biology, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, or a closely related discipline and 8+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6+ years of prior relevant experience or Ph.

D. in technical domain above with 4+ years of experience (experience obtained during graduate or postdoctoral work can be counted towards total years of experience)

• U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
• Laboratory skills : Microbial and / or mammalian cell cultivation, characterization and identification, nucleic acid extraction / purification / quantification, experience with sample preparation methods for NGS, mammalian cell culturing, cloning, and cell transformation / transfection
• Team oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact with people from diverse areas and disciplines
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, willing to learn, and interested in working in a team environment
• Great work ethic and an enthusiasm for problem-solving
• Good presentation, writing and communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree is highly preferred
• Synthetic Biology experience
• Heterologous protein expression (mammalian and / or bacterial systems), protein purification, and characterization
• Protein engineering
• Experience with NGS processing and analysis
• Experience with Genome editing using modern tools, such as CRISPR / Cas9
• Experience with genetics / epigenetics
• Possess US Government Security Clearance
• Familiarity with working in a fast-paced DoD funded, milestones-driven environment

LInC

Original Posting Date : 2024-06-26While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range : Pay Range $101,400.00 - $183,300.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health.

The company's global workforce of 47,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023.

For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

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