• Immunology Associate Scientist

    Actalent (Rockville, MD)


    Job Title: Immunology Associate ScientistJob Description

     

    We are seeking an Immunology Associate Scientist to determine pre-existing AAV antibody titers permissible for effective AAV administration. This role will provide valuable experience in the biotech sector, with a focus on neuromuscular disease foundational research and viral vector and immune cell interactions.

    Responsibilities

    + Learn and perform assigned procedures and experiments.

    + Process data into meaningful representations.

    + Understand the experimental process and objectives to recognize atypical results and troubleshoot.

    + Communicate information and results effectively in formats such as lab notebooks, presentations, and technical reports.

    + Contribute to lab operational activities.

    + Collaborate effectively as part of a dynamic team within Research Operations and across different departments in Research & Early Development.

    + Operate within an aseptic/sterile laboratory environment.

    + Use serological pipettes and micro-pipettes.

    + Maintain primary cells and cell lines.

    + Conduct standard sandwich and electro-chemiluminescent enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs).

    + Perform colorimetric enzyme activity assays.

    + Conduct capillary electrophoresis.

    Essential Skills

    + Basic foundational understanding of immunology.

    + Experience with sterile cell culture and micropipetting.

    + Proficiency in data analysis.

    + Ability to perform ELISA, aseptic processing, sterile processing, pipetting, and capillary electrophoresis.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Hold a BS in biology, chemistry, or a relevant science engineering field.

    + Up to 2 years of post-baccalaureate research experience.

    + A reliable, thorough, accountable, and careful approach.

    + Willingness to work with animal tissues and mammalian cells.

    + General interest in immunology and scientific career prospects in medicine, biomedical research, or biotechnology.

    + Good academic track record.

    Work Environment

    This position is primarily based in a laboratory environment (70-80%) with some desk work for data analysis, interpretation, and report preparation. The standard working hours are 8:30 or 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, with flexibility required on specific occasions. The role is onsite only, requiring a 40-hour work week. The position is for a duration of 6-7 months, concluding around June 2026.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of ROCKVILLE, Maryland.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $34.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in ROCKVILLE,MD.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.