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Job Description:

We are seeking a Bacterial Immunology Lead Scientist to conduct basic and applied research on specified bacterial threats in support of the BD and infectious disease program. The Lead Scientist will work in BSL-3 laboratories and must hold and maintain BPRP status.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Conducting research on bacterial pathogenesis and the host immune response.
• Designing vaccines and therapeutics.
• Performing various assays such as ELIspot, Luminex/Magpix, and ELISAs.
• Planning and assisting in animal experiments.
• Analyzing animal immune profiles.
• Preparing labs for safety and regulatory inspections.
• Managing laboratory equipment and inventory.
• Providing scientific support and reporting.
• Presenting research findings at lab meetings and scientific conferences.
• Preparing scientific papers for publication.
• Attending and contributing to division meetings.
• Completing quarterly and annual progress reports.
• Analyzing data, preparing graphs, and writing lab notes and reports.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Ph.D. in immunology or vaccinology with significant research experience (10+ years post-degree).
• U.S. Citizen 
• Must pass NACI background check.
• Must be willing to work in a BSL 3/4 laboratory.
• Must be eligible to enroll in the BPRP and CS-PRP programs.
• Expertise in bacterial pathogenesis and host immune response.
• Proficiency in designing vaccines and therapeutics.
• Experience with assays such as ELIspot, Luminex/Magpix, and ELISAs.
• Strong background in planning and conducting animal experiments.
• Ability to analyze animal immune profiles.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent management skills for laboratory equipment and inventory.
• Strong scientific reporting and presentation skills.
• Proven track record of preparing scientific papers for publication.
• Ability to contribute effectively to division meetings.
• Experience in completing detailed progress reports.
• Strong data analysis, graph preparation, and lab note/report writing skills.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $128,700.00 - $231,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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