Inflammatory and Vascular Diseases Scientific Support

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking a scientist with extensive expertise in innate immunology and hereditary autoinflammatory diseases to provide Inflammatory and Vascular Diseases Scientific Support for the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) Biomedical and Metabolic Imaging Branch. The selected candidate will be responsible for conducting research, developing in vitro cell-based bioassays, and analyzing biological data. The ideal candidate should have a PhD with 15+ years of experience in immunology or inflammation research, proficiency in advanced molecular biology techniques, and expertise in exosome research. The contractor will work on various task areas, including driving discovery and translational research, defining and implementing critical studies, and contributing to scientific literature and conferences. • The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price. • The period of performance is from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. • The contractor must have experience with animal models, including mouse and rabbit handling and organ isolation. • The contractor must be proficient in advanced molecular biology techniques, including RNA sequencing, western blotting, and quantitative PCR. • The contractor must have expertise in exosome research, including purification, characterization, and engineering.