Biological Scientist, Genomics - NIH

Kelly Government Solutions is a strategic supplier and business partner to the federal government and its key suppliers. The National Institutes of Health is seeking a Biological Scientist. This is a long-term, full-time, contract position based in Rockville, MD. This position offers a competitive benefits package.

This is a long-term contract position which offers:

- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit package

- Optional health, vision, and dental plans

- Paid leave, paid federal holidays, and 401K plan.

- Access to NIH’s unparalleled resources and niche scientific initiatives

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position designs, executes, and optimizes advanced molecular, cellular, genomic, and functional studies using genome engineering, stem cell biology, high-throughput screening, imaging, sequencing, and specialized analytical platforms to support mechanistic and translational research. The role also provides scientific and technical leadership in laboratory operations, quality control, instrumentation, data analysis, documentation, and multidisciplinary collaboration, contributing to research programs, publications, presentations, and grant-related activities

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, execute, and optimize molecular biology and cell-based experiments utilizing advanced techniques including CRISPR genome editing, cloning, construct design, gene expression analysis, and functional genomics approaches.
• Perform and optimize mammalian cell culture experiments, including maintenance of primary cells, stem cells, immortalized cell lines, and differentiated cell populations under sterile conditions
• Differentiate stem cells into specialized cell types using established and novel protocols, automated culture systems, and high throughput platforms to support translational and mechanistic studies
• Design and generate genetic constructs through molecular cloning, plasmid engineering, CRISPR/Cas-based genome editing, and viral vector preparation to support functional studies
• Isolate, quantify, and assess quality of DNA, RNA, and protein samples from cultured cells and tissue specimens using manual and automated workflows
• Prepare and process samples for next-generation sequencing (NGS), transcriptomic analyses, single-cell sequencing, PCR, qPCR, and other genomic applications, including library preparation and QC
• Conduct transcriptomic and genomic data generation workflows, including sample preparation, sequencing support, and coordination with bioinformatics teams for downstream analyses.
• Coordinate all aspects of cell banking and cell line stewardship, including cryopreservation, recovery, authentication, distribution, shipment and receipt of cell lines, and maintenance of associated records

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum Bachelors degree in Molecular Biology, or a related discipline, required
• Minimum 1 year of experience in high throughput screening, cell culture, molecular biology, or Genome Engineering, required.