3 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:  Provide support in multiple areas of Enteric pathogen research. Conduct bench research on Shigella (or other enteric pathogens) subunit or live vaccine candidates. Perform or assist in routine molecular genetic techniques, including nucleic acid purification, restriction enzyme digestion,...

Position Summary Odyssey Systems has an exciting new opportunity for a Research Associate III supporting the Brain Trauma Neuroprotection Department at WRAIR.  The goals of this branch are to develop and transition knowledge and materiel solutions to improve survival and recovery from combat-related neurologic injury including mild, moderate, and severe traumaticA brain injury (TBI) across the spectrum of acute neurocritical care, long term recovery, chronic neurodegenerative sequela (e.g., CTE/Parkinson's), and spinal cord injury. Research is aimed at methods to diagnose the spectrum of TBI; including assays of circulating biomarkers, use of imaging and real-time electroencephalography (EEG) technologies, and performance of functional neurologic assessments. Additionally, research in this branch focuses on therapeutic approaches such as pharmacologic (novel druA and drug combinations) and cellular (stem and stromal cells) therapies, as well as the manipulation...

Position Summary Odyssey is seeking a Research Associate I at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research Diarrheal Disease Research Branch (DDR) to provide support in the areas of Bioproduction and Biocharacterization research. Responsibilities Duties includ e, but not limited to:  Conduct bench research on Shigella (or other enteric pathogens) to include large scale production of purified proteins and LPS. Assist in the daily maintenance and operations of the lab to include media preparation, glassware and hazardous waste management, and administrative duties such as ordering supplies and periodic lab inventories. Establish and/or develop laboratory procedures and analyze and/or evaluate research data; participate in a cooperative effort to accomplish goals of the laboratory; maintain proficiency and expertise in the field of research. Utilize professional knowledge of theories, principles, methods, and...