Laboratory Technician

About the role

We are looking for a Biobank Assay Specialist/Laboratory Technician to support the NINDS Biospecimen Core Repository, performing laboratory-based assays, sample processing, and biobank operations. This position is a full-time position located in Bethesda, MD.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analysis and tests on specimens in the laboratory.
• Process and organize multiple samples simultaneously.
• Ensure that all specimens and equipment necessary for experiments are available and in good order.
• Store new samples, update databases, retrieve samples with proper authorization.
• Provide experimental progress updates on procedures performed in the laboratory.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, or related field.
• A minimum of TWO (2) years of hands-on laboratory experience in biomedical, clinical, or translational research settings.
• Demonstrated experience working in a BSL-2 laboratory environment handling human biofluids and/or tissues.
• Experience performing laboratory techniques such as pipetting, PCR, and routine specimen analysis.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, logs, audit trails, and quality control documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to process and manage multiple samples simultaneously.
• Ability to work on-site in a laboratory setting with human specimens.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD “public trust”; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.
• Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.

Skills

• MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist)/Medical Technology degree or a master’s degree preferred.
• Experience with vacutainers, PCR workflows, and NGS library preparation.
• Experience working in CAP- or CLIA-certified laboratories.
• Familiarity with flow cytometry, ELISA, and Quanterix Simoa assays.
• Experience supporting automated or robotic laboratory platforms.

Pay

The annual salary range for this position is $49,000.00-$81,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Schedule

This is a full-time position located in Bethesda, MD.