Laboratory Assistant, Biological Technician

About the role

Serve as Biological Technician SME for Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) Center for Infectious Disease Research (CIDR).

Responsibilities

• Assist Principal Investigator with the safe and effective scientific and administrative tasks of the laboratory and supporting staff.
• Knowledgeable on and experienced in mammalian cell culture; in performing molecular methods (cloning, expression, qPCR, etc); as well as in producing and purifying mRNA and recombinant protein products.
• Trained in small rodent handling techniques to include blood collection, immunization and dissection.
• Experienced in good laboratory practices and performing immunological assays to assess immune responses (such as ELISA, IFA, ELISpot, etc.) to support DHA relevant projects.
• Track and maintain status of supply/reagent/sample and equipment inventories.
• Experience with writing and revising SOPs, risk assessments and study reports/summaries.
• Manage notebooks, data files, and perform data analysis using basic stats or graphic programs.
• Strong organization and project management skills.
• Demonstrable ability to troubleshoot.
• Prominent oral and written communication skills.

Requirements

• BS in a life science discipline
• 3+ years research laboratory experience performing immunological assessment assays or a recent Master’s degree with a research laboratory component

Qualifications

• Experience with DoD, DHA, or WRAIR Biologics Research

Skills

• Excellent organization and project management skills
• Proven record of troubleshooting
• Strong communication skills

Benefits

• Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401k - Vested immediately and 4% match
• Supplemental Insurance Available
• 12 Paid Holidays

Pay

Compensation is based on various factors such as location, the individual's unique combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, clearance level, experience, internal equity, contract-specific affordability, and organizational requirements.

Schedule

Flexible work schedule to accommodate the needs of the position and the client.