Functional Scientific Researcher

Functional Scientific Researcher Arlington, VA Job Details Full-time 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Work from home 401(k) matching Qualifications Research design EPA Molecular Biology Biochemistry Report writing Doctorate in Pharmacology Scientific publications Technical documentation In vitro studies Cell Biology Master's degree Databases Doctor of Philosophy Participating in conferences Regulatory submissions Toxicology 1 year Senior level Cross-functional collaboration Communication skills Doctoral degree in biochemistry Molecular biology Cross-functional communication Toxicology Doctorate in

Toxicology Full Job Description Benefits:

401(k) matching Competitive salary Health insurance Paid time off About this

Role:

In this role, you will provide scientific expertise in support of Office of Research Innovation, Validation, and Application's (ORIVA) mission to develop, validate, and apply non-animal approaches and innovative technologies to advance human-centered biomedical research across National Insitutes of Health (NIH). You work directly alongside NIH scientific and program staff across two divisions: D-NICEATM and DAIBR.

Key Responsibilities:

Evaluate New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) and prepare documentation aligned with guidelines from the Interagency Coordinating Committee on the Validation of Alternative Methods (ICCVAM), FDA, EPA, and the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Design and coordinate interlaboratory validation studies; analyze bioactivity, in vitro/in silico, and dose-response data Contribute to study design and provide expert recommendations on data adequacy for government reports and regulatory submissions Apply and evaluate computational methods for human health safety and risk assessment Review and curate data from relevant scientific databases; perform literature searches in government platforms Draft scientific materials including technical reports, research highlights, and meeting summaries Support scientific meetings including ICCVAM calls, public forums, and national/international conferences Collaborate with NIH scientists, program officers, and cross-functional teams on program deliverables

Qualifications and Skills:

PhD in a biomedical field (toxicology, pharmacology, cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or related) with 1+ years of relevant experience OR Master's degree in an equivalent field with 4 years of additional experience Demonstrated expertise in NAMs or a closely related scientific field Experience developing, evaluating, or validating in vitro or computational methods for human health safety or risk assessment Strong scientific writing and oral communication skills Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain Public Trust clearance

Desired Skills and Competencies:

Familiarity with 3Rs principles (Replace, Reduce, Refine) and their application in NIH-funded research Prior NIH and/or HHS contractor experience Peer-reviewed publications in NAMS-related field

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. Flexible work from home options available.