Clinical Microbiology Specialist

Guidehouse

Bethesda, MD, US
Base: $85,000.00-$141,000.00 annually; bonus/equit...
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Ph.d. degree with clinical research experience
Ability to lift 10-30 pounds
Willingness to work rotating weekends
** Guidehouse is seeking a Clinical Microbiology Specialist for a full-time, on-site role in Bethesda, MD, supporting the NIH. The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. and at least two years of clinical research experience, with responsibilities including specimen handling, test analysis, and quality control in a laboratory setting. **

Job Summary

  • This role supports the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Department of Laboratory Medicine in Bethesda, MD, performing moderate to high complexity microbiology tests.
  • The position requires maintaining strict quality control, troubleshooting equipment issues, and collaborating with medical personnel regarding specimen collection.
  • Guidehouse offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement alongside competitive compensation.

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** Guidehouse is seeking a Clinical Microbiology Specialist for a full-time, on-site role in Bethesda, MD, supporting the NIH. The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. and at least two years of clinical research experience, with responsibilities including specimen handling, test analysis, and quality control in a laboratory setting. **

Salary

Base: $85,000.00-$141,000.00 annually; Bonus/Equity: Discretionary variable incentive bonus possible; Benefits: Comprehensive total rewards package including Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k)

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. degree with clinical research experience
  • Ability to lift 10-30 pounds
  • Willingness to work rotating weekends

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent hand-eye coordination
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Experience with VRE PCR and Carba-R real time PCR

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. degree required
  • Minimum two years clinical research experience
  • Must obtain Public Trust clearance
  • Willingness to work on-call shifts

Work Rights

Must obtain Federal or DoD Public Trust clearance

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