Research Technician
Job ID: req4168
Employee Type: nonexempt full-time
Division: Applied & Development Research Program
Facility: Frederick: Ft Detrick
Location: PO Box B, Frederick, MD 21702 USA
The Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research is operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and first-in-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious diseases.
Accountability, Compassion, Collaboration, Dedication, Integrity and Versatility; it's the FNL way.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Applied and Developmental Research Directorate provides essential clinical and biological monitoring, regulatory support, biospecimen processing and storage, assay development, and regulatory and project management at the Frederick National Laboratory. We support the intramural and extramural communities through clinical and laboratory monitoring of clinical trials, regulatory support, and biospecimen storage.
The AIDS Monitoring Laboratory provides clinical trial support by performing sequential immune function studies in people living with HIV or other emerging/re-emerging infectious diseases as they receive treatment.
KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Processing blood and body fluids from HIV-infected patients
- Cryopreservation of clinical specimens
- Performing ELISA tests, fluorescent labeling of peripheral blood cells, EBV transformation of human B cells, cell culture, inventorying patient blood specimens
- Documenting results
- Performing basic data analysis, quality control evaluations
- Maintaining essential laboratory supplies
- All work will be performed under Biosafety Level 2 conditions. Work may involve standing, walking, rapid mental/muscular coordination, good vision, working alone or closely with others. The use of personal protective equipment and strict adherence to safety protocols will be required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:
- Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university according to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) with course work in a field related to biomedical research, or four (4) years relevant experience in lieu of degree. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency.
- No work experience required with a Bachelors degree.
- Working knowledge of Windows-based computer operating systems.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:
- General laboratory skills
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25lbs
JOB HAZARDS
- This position is subject to working with or have potential for exposure to infectious material, requiring medical clearance and immunizations.
Commitment to Diversity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.
42,600.00 - 73,250.00
The posted pay range for this job is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data.
The salary range posted is a full-time equivalent salary and will vary depending on scheduled hours for part time positions