We are seeking a Laboratory Technician to support the National Institutes of Health's (NIH), world renowned National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Bethesda, MD. Our NIAID professional, technical, and scientific support personnel are part of a preeminent team focused on positively impacting millions of lives around the world with groundbreaking research. Candidates will work at a prominent, diverse and vibrant NIAID worksite to directly support exciting ongoing research ... more details
Laboratory Technician
Job LocationsUS-MD-Bethesda
# of Openings
1
Category
NIAID
Type
Regular Full-Time
Min
USD $57,000.00/Yr.
Max
USD $81,000.00/Yr.
Overview
We are seeking a Laboratory Technician to support the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH), world renowned National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Bethesda, MD. Our NIAID professional, technical, and scientific support personnel are part of a preeminent team focused on positively impacting millions of lives around the world with groundbreaking research. Candidates will work at a prominent, diverse and vibrant NIAID worksite to directly support exciting ongoing research activities as a contractor team member. Accelerate your career and apply below to help us make a difference.
CAMRIS International is a dynamic clinical research and international development firm that achieves innovative solutions to health and development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective programs and research management services. We combine our proven systems with today’s most effective, evidence-based best practices. Our core practice areas include: clinical research; vaccine research, microbiology and infectious disease research, development and production; biodefense; global health security; and HIV/AIDS programs.
Our employees enjoy a diverse, collegial environment where individual contributions matter at all levels. At CAMRIS, you will notably improve the lives of people at home and abroad.
Responsibilities
Assist with a wide variety of complex experimental procedures involving work with tissue/cell culture, viruses, and/or primary human samples, experience with immunological and virological techniques including neutralizing antibody assays, flow cytometry, ELISAs, RT-qPCR, western blots, and blood processing.
Collect and coordinate sample collection from the NIH Clinical Center and process samples, including preparing serum, plasma, and PBMCs.
Assist other lab members with conducting experiments and developing SOPs for immunological and virological techniques, both working with others and independently.
Maintain detailed physical and digital records of assays and data, including in a digital laboratory notebook and in relevant databases.
Participate in weekly lab meetings and project-specific meetings and assist with preparing experimental data for presentations, reports, and publication.
Provide biorepository management, including receiving, organizing, logging, distributing, and shipping specimens and reagents.
Provide laboratory upkeep, including purchasing laboratory supplies and equipment, monitoring the inventory of lab supplies, and maintaining laboratory equipment.
Responsible for laboratory upkeep and routine maintenance of equipment. Maintaining laboratory supplies and equipment including chemicals, biological materials, etc. required to handle biological materials, carcinogens, recombinant protein materials, acids, biological wastes, etc.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences is required.
One year of work experience post degree in a research laboratory setting is required.
Experience working in a BSL-2 laboratory is preferred.
Ability to conduct high-quality experiments, including dexterity in pipetting and applying Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) principles to characterize and analyze specimens.
Professional verbal and written communication.
Ability and willingness to work on a team.
Flexibility in roles depending on the nature of the projects ongoing in the laboratory.
Willingness and ability to work flexible hours when experimental needed.
Satisfactory US government background check and security clearance. On the job completion of required trainings including for purchasing, shipment of biological materials, and ethical requirements for clinical study protocols.
CAMRIS International LLC offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.CAMRIS.com. CAMRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by any applicable federal, state, or local law.
Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Public Trust-level background check, a requirement for this position under an active federal contract. The background check process may include, but is not limited to the following: (1) contacting your professional references; (2) verification of previous employment, education and credentials; (3) a criminal background check; (4) use/abuse of federally-controlled substances; and (5) a department of motor vehicle check. Candidates must be prepared to fully-complete any required background check questionnaire during initial onboarding.
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