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Biological Scientist

Job Locations US-MD-Silver Springs
ID
2026-4527
Clearance Requirements
Ability to obtain Public Trust/NACI

About the Role

The scope of this requirement is to provide support services for new product development in CIDR. Thissupport will be to perform laboratory experiments, maintain safe functional laboratories, analyze data, manage data spreadsheets, reference databases, assist in ordering supplies, record experiments in laboratory notebooks, and assist with project management. The scope of work will include support for the research and any activity needed to most efficiently advance lead candidate(s) to the next level of testing and ultimately FDA approval.

What You’ll Do in Your New Role

 The contractor shall oversee the care and management of the fish populations maintained within
the aquatic research facility.
The contractor shall perform biomedical research with aquatic organisms independently and
with other team members.
The contractor shall assist with the regular maintenance and operation of test systems for
toxicological assessment and be proficient in designing, preparing, and executing research
studies according to protocol for a variety of aquatic species.
 The contractor shall perform all aspects of fish husbandry including but not limited to fish
euthanasia, fin clipping, microinjection, and advanced microscopy techniques.
 The contractor shallsafely operate equipment for maintaining and modifying the aquatic systems
for the laboratory animal populations and for research studies.
 The contractor will assist with the monitoring, operation, and maintenance of the water
production system (the water source) for the aquatic research facility.
 The contractor shall perform basic water quality analysis.
 The contractor shall operate and perform advanced zebrafish behavioral and toxicity testing
including but not limited to the DanioVision/ EthoVision systems, Tecan digital dispensing
systems, and other custom and semi-custom behavioral monitoring systems.
 The contractor will also independently perform compound formulation and dosing for aquatic
toxicity testing and other research assays.
 The contractor shall be integral in developing and performing novel biomedical research
using aquatic organisms primarily but not limited to zebrafish.
 The contractor shall properly maintain and analyze data, write research reports, and assist
with research presentations and peer reviewed publications.
 The contractor shall also maintain current training and health screening requirements as
necessitated by the IACUC.
 The contractor shall maintain a safe working environment and adhere to applicable safety
regulations

Required Qualifications

Bachelors Degree

 

Desired Qualifications

WRAIR ET Experience

About the Company

Culmen International is committed to enhancing international safety and security, strengthening homeland defense, advancing humanitarian missions, and optimizing government operations. With experience in over 150 countries, Culmen supports our clients to accomplish critical missions in challenging environments.

 

  • Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, premiums for employees are 100% paid by Culmen, and dependent coverage is available at a nominal rate (including same or opposite sex domestic partners) 

  • 401k – Vested immediately and 4% match
  • Life insurance and disability paid by the company
  • Supplemental Insurance Available
  • Opportunities for Training and Continuing Education
  • 12 Paid Holidays

  

To learn more about Culmen International, please visit www.culmen.com

 

At Culmen International, we are committed to creating and sustaining a workplace that upholds the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We believe in the importance of fair treatment and equal access to opportunities for all employees and applicants.  Our commitment to these principles is unwavering across all our operations worldwide.

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