Toxicologist

Goldbelt C6 protects the safety and health of the country by supporting civilian public health and defense medical marketspace. C6 offers research and development, engineering, and logistics services that enhance and enlarge customers' operations. C6's expertise is focused on integrating C6ISR and scientific, engineering, and technical support for various government partners. The experts at C6 are research and data-driven and ready to create custom solutions.

Summary:

Goldbelt C6 is seeking a Toxicologist to provide technical support for the development and evaluation of predictive in vitro developmental neurotoxicology approaches for assessment of potential chemical hazards in foods, dietary supplements, and cosmetics.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• May perform or will be trained to perform the following tasks/duties in support of in vitro developmental neurotoxicology studies being conducted within the Division.
• Conduct applied regulatory toxicological research to support regulatory and public health decision-making on potential developmental neurotoxicity chemical hazards in foods and dietary supplements.
• To gain a better understanding of in vitro platforms and their use in predicting adverse effects.
• To develop a robust battery of predictive developmental neurotoxicology in vitro testing methods as alternatives to animal use and testing.
• Perform in vitro cell culture of human induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSCs), maintenance of these cell culture systems (occasional weekend work may be required), and chemical analysis and histology associated with assigned research projects.
• Prepare cell culture media, perform biochemical assays, use sterile culture techniques, monitor cell culture incubators (CO 2 and humidity levels), refrigerator and freezer temperatures, proper use of centrifuges, autoclaves, automated hemocytometer, plate readers, microscopes, BSC-2 cabinets, chemical hoods, and balances.
• Must follow Division Quality Assurance/ Quality Control (QA/QC) plans, including maintaining laboratory notebooks, CFSAN/FDA safety guidelines and other documentation in a fashion required by FDA.
• Collect data, tabulate, and conduct basic data analysis as determined by the Principal Investigator (PI). This may include basic data analysis calculations (Mean, Standard Deviation (SD), Standard Error of the Mean (SEM)), summarize data and prepare graphs, tables and charts as requested.
• Assist with literature reviews, prepare basic reports for contributions to scientific communications, etc.
• Prepare dosing solutions for use in in vitro studies.
• Build standard curves for assays and calculate sample concentrations, as well as conduct assays as appropriate to complement and support assigned projects.
  
  

Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Must have a working knowledge and basic understanding of cell biology. Preference for those with neurobiology/neurotoxicology background.
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills that promote a collaborative and productive laboratory environment.
• Must be self-motivated, growth-oriented, and driven to solve technical challenges.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office Applications (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Toxicology, Food Science, or other life science (e.g., biology, neuroscience) related field.
• Minimum one (1) to three (3) years’ experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Must have prior laboratory experience with in vitro cell culture techniques. Preference for those familiar with culture and maintenance of human induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSCs).
• Must have experience performing cellular and molecular biology techniques (e.g., qPCR, immunocytochemistry).
• Ability to successfully pass a background check.
  
  

The salary range for this position is $60,000.00- $84,000.00 annually.

Pay And Benefits

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.