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Genomic Characterization Staff Scientist

About the Role

Culmen International is seeking a Genomic Characterization Staff Scientist to support a USAMRIID program in Fort Detrick, MD. 

 

The Genomic Characterization Staff Scientist will perform advanced molecular biology research involving sequencing, genomic analysis, and molecular characterization to support threat agent surveillance and countermeasure discovery.

What You’ll Do in Your New Role

  • Conduct genomic sequencing and analysis of bacterial/viral agents.
  • Perform nucleic acid extractions and library preparation.
  • Use bioinformatics tools to analyze and interpret sequencing data.
  • Contribute to technical reports and manuscripts.
  • Work under BSL-2/3 conditions as needed.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, genomics, or related field.
  • 4+ years in molecular biology or genomics.
  • Hands-on experience with next-generation sequencing platforms.
  • Proficiency with software tools like BLAST, GATK, and CLC Genomics.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance and enroll in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP), if required.

Desired Qualifications

  • Master’s degree preferred.

About the Company

Culmen International is committed to enhancing international safety and security, strengthening homeland defense, advancing humanitarian missions, and optimizing government operations. With experience in over 150 countries, Culmen supports our clients to accomplish critical missions in challenging environments.

 

  • Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision coverage with 100% of the premiums paid by the company for all eligible employees and their eligible dependents (including same or opposite sex domestic partners)
  • 401k – Vested immediately and 4% match
  • Life insurance and disability paid by the company
  • AFLAC Available
  • Opportunities for Training and Continuing Education
  • 12 Paid Holidays

  

To learn more about Culmen International, please visit www.culmen.com

 

At Culmen International, we are committed to creating and sustaining a workplace that upholds the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We believe in the importance of fair treatment and equal access to opportunities for all employees and applicants.  Our commitment to these principles is unwavering across all our operations worldwide.

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Established in 2004, Culmen International, LLC, provides mission oriented technical, management and logistics services supporting clients worldwide with extensive experience operating in over 140 countries on six continents. We are dedicated to en...

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