Laboratory Technician

Position Summary: The McConnell Group, www.themccgroup.com, a health science company, is seeking an experienced Laboratory Technician to support a research environment by preparing samples, performing diagnostic testing, and maintaining laboratory equipment and records. Required Screenings: U.S. Citizenship is required for this position AND you MUST pass a government background check as well as maintain appropriate security clearances. Schedule: Monday through Friday Work Environment: National Bio and Agro Defense Research controlled access facility. Each employee must maintain compliance with all NBAF safety and security regulations. Position Responsibilities Lab Maintenance ActivitiesCleaning of workspaces and equipment Maintaining water baths and incubators Restocking active inventory items Maintain an accurate and up-to-date inventory of cells, viruses, reagents, and materials. Receive and store using proper storage conditions for cells, viruses, reagents, and materials. Performing weekly safety shower and eye wash station inspections Autoclaving trash and waste Assisting in the installation and evaluation of BDM equipment and facilities Equipment and Facility OperationsCoordinate shipping and receiving of material with BDM partners and provide weekly list of material received due on last day of every week Serve as an escort to visiting personnel. Assisting in the installation and evaluation of BDM equipment and facilities Documentation and CommunicationProvide Quarterly Reports Inputting IT and service requests as needed. Teamwork and Continuous ImprovementWork effectively within a team environment. Demonstrate initiative and contribute ideas for process improvements and operational efficiencies. Perform additional duties as assigned in support of the research mission. RequirementsBachelor of Science from an accredited university or college in a relevant field such as Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, or another relevant field with 2+ years' experience is required. U.S. Citizenship is required for this position AND you MUST pass a government background check as well as maintain appropriate security clearances. Experience with Mammalian Cell Culture, Hybridoma Cell Culture, Bacterial Cell Culture, Propagation of viruses, and maintaining electronic inventory records. Maintain compliance with all NBAF safety and security regulations. Preferred Skills and QualificationsExperience with the following applications DARBI, MasterControl, and Maximo is strongly preferred. Physical RequirementsAbility to lift and carry a minimum of fifty (50) pounds over extended periods. Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, push, and pull equipment throughout the workday. Possess the physical stamina required to work on feet for extended periods.