Postbaccalaureate Research Fellow

Position Overview

Tonix Pharmaceuticals seeks an enthusiastic, recent college graduate with aspirations of seeking advanced degrees in biomedical sciences.  Research fellows will gain confidence in conducting hands-on research and data analysis using a wide range of in vitro and in vivo techniques in BSL-2 and ABSL-2 laboratories.  This is a fast-paced, challenging position offers a access to a multitude of industry-respected mentoring principal investigators, as well as a competitive stipend.  This position will report to the Director of Immunology and will be based at the Tonix Research and Development Center in Frederick, Maryland.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and conduct laboratory experiments under supervision using in vitro techniques and procedures as well as in vivo studies using rodent and/or non-rodent animal models.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data.
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and research records.
• Assist with protocol development, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Prepare figures, summaries, and written reports of research findings.
• Participate in lab meetings, seminars, and training activities.
• Support manuscript preparation, abstracts, and presentations.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, ethical, and safety guidelines.

Developmental Goals:

• Develop technical, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Gain exposure and proficiency in a wide range of in vitro research disciplines, including virology, immunology, protein engineering, cell and molecular biology, and histotechnology.
• Gain exposure and proficiency in a variety of in vivo disciplines, including laboratory animal care and medicine, comparative pathology, and animal research technical procedures.
• Become familiar with the pharmaceutical development pipeline from early research and development to investigational new drug enabling studies
• Conduct at least one focused project which will include concept development, experiment execution, data collection, data analysis, and summary presentation / publication.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree within the last 2 years in a relevant scientific discipline such as biology, biomedical science, animal science, chemistry, engineering.
• Strong demonstrated interest in biomedical research and advanced training.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic familiarity with relevant laboratory, data analysis, and computational techniques
• Prior undergraduate or Postbac research experience involving animal studies is preferred.
• Must be able to wear and use personal protective equipment.
• Standing, pipetting, microscope use, and computer-based work will be required.

What You Will Gain:

This role provides structured, hands-on experience with in vitro and in vivo research and data analysis with opportunities for publication while preparing the fellow for additional advanced training (PhD, DVM, MD, MS) or entry-level industry research roles.  The fellow will have the opportunity to make substantial contributions to Tonix’s mission to develop innovative therapeutics, vaccines, biologics, and oncology treatments and gain front-row insight into the various roles and functions within pharmaceutical research and development.

*Please note that Tonix does not offer sponsorship for this role.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies

Tonix does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Tonix Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Tonix employees or any other company location; Tonix is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Compensation & Benefits

Tonix provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Basic and Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, and Employee Assistance Programs
• Pet Insurance
• Retirement Savings 401k with company match and annual discretionary stock options
• Generous Paid Time Off, Sick Time, & Paid Holidays
• Career Development and Training

Tonix provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.  In addition to federal law requirements, Tonix complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  Tonix expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic, information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.