2 jobs found in Silver Spring

Position Summary Odyssey Systems has an exciting new opportunity for a Research Associate supporting the WRAIR – Department of Diarrheal Disease Research (DDR).  Diarrheal diseases, notably  Shigella,  are a major source of morbidity among deployed U.S. military and a significant threat to readiness. To that end, BDB aims to develop a safe and effective vaccine against multiple  Shigella  strains to protect personnel overseas and keep Soldiers in the fight. This position is perfect for a recent college graduate who is interested in getting great training from a top notch team. Responsibilities Duties include, but not limited to:   The Research Associate will provide support in the areas of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics research to include: Performing or assisting in routine microbiological techniques for Shigella species, E. coli, or other enteric pathogens, including growing cultures using...

Position Summary Odyssey Systems is currently seeking a Research Technician (Level II) to support research programs and projects within the Wound Infection Department’s Bacteriophage Therapeutics (BT) group at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR). Responsibilities Duties include, but not limited to:   Perform research on phage therapeutics for microbial pathogens of military relevance and animal testing (a minimum of five studies or as required). Assist in the development of phage cocktails for the treatment of the ESKAPEE pathogens (Enterococcusspecies, Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Acinetobacter baumannii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterobacter cloacae, and Escherichia coli). Perform assays to include but not limited to genetic analysis PCR assays, plasmid profiles, biochemical and immunodiagnostic tests, mass spectrometry and organize and tabulate results of studies and prepare data...