Viral Pathogenesis Lead Scientist
About the Role
Culmen International is looking for a Viral Pathogenesis Lead Scientist to support a USAMRIID program at Fort Detrick, MD.
The Viral Pathogenesis Lead Scientist oversees research into viral agents of concern, guiding studies on pathogenesis, vaccine development, and countermeasure evaluation using animal and in vitro models.
What You’ll Do in Your New Role
- Lead and design experiments on viral replication and host response.
- Develop and validate animal models under BSL-2/3/4 containment.
- Mentor junior researchers and technicians.
- Analyze data, present findings, and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
- Coordinate with government and external collaborators.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in virology, microbiology, or related field.
- 6+ years in virology or infectious disease research.
- Expertise in viral molecular biology, immunology, and animal studies.
- Familiarity with BSL-4 protocols and select agent handling.
- Proficiency in assay development and interpretation.
- Strong scientific writing and leadership skills.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance and enroll in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP), if required.
Desired Qualifications
- Ph.D. strongly 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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