CFD Research Corporation
Scientist II - Virologist
Huntsville, AL · Mid · Part-time
No sponsorshipDetected 13 hours ago
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About the role
- About CFD Research: Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, Intelligence & Sensing, and Energy & Materials industries.
- CFD Research is an ISO9001:AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services.
- CFD Research is a 100% ESOP (employee-owned company) recognized in Inc.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute experiments for developing/optimizing viral infection models
- Perform virus production, titration, and quality control, including functional validation of viral stocks using standard quantitative methods
- Maintain and culture a variety of mammalian cell lines
- perform transduction, transfection, infection assays, and stable cell line generation
- Develop and optimize in vitro infection models and cell-based assays to characterize viral replication, antiviral potency, tropism, and host-pathogen interactions
- Maintain BSL-2 compliant laboratory practices
- Document experimental work thoroughly
- Maintain and culture a variety of mammalian cell lines; perform transduction, transfection, infection assays, and stable cell line generation
- Maintain BSL-2 compliant laboratory practices; follow all biosafety protocols and contribute to a strong lab safety culture
- Document experimental work thoroughly; contribute to internal technical reports, SOPs, and scientific publications
Requirements
- Candidate must be a US Citizen and meet eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance
- 5+ years of experience in developing viral infection models
- Hands-on experience working with mammalian viral systems (VEEV, LASV, influenza, coronaviruses, or similar)
- Proficiency in mammalian cell culture, including sterile technique, passaging, transfection, and infection assays
- Experience with virus production and titration (e.g., plaque assays, TCID50, qPCR-based titration, or ELISA)
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a small, fast-paced team
- Experience with BSL-2 or BSL-3 containment and associated biosafety training
- Experience with animal models of viral infection
- Hands-on experience with pathogen infection in complex in vitro models
Compensation
- Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements.
Benefits
- CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
- CFD Research offers our Full-Time, permanent employee-owners a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance.
- Additionally, we offer company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long-term and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance.
- Part-Time and Temporary employee-owners may receive partial or reduced benefits and leave time based on their employment status level.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Candidate must be a US Citizen and meet eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance
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