AAT Research and Telemetry Technician

About the Position

At Geneva, we are always on the search for top talent. While this role is not associated with a current opening, one may become available in the near future. Resumes are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and you could be contacted for this role or similar, at anytime.

The Geneva Foundation is possibly looking for an AAT Research and Telemetry Technician to provide research support administration services in Frederick, MD.

Responsibilities

• Independently assemble, calibrate, and test telemetry systems (e.g., DSI, Stellar and NOTOCORD); troubleshoot electronic and software communication issues, and independently perform telemetry support for animal studies in BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 biocontainment laboratory environments.
• Operate and maintain the telemetry systems in a validated state for use in GLP animal studies and assist in the maintenance and validation of telemetry equipment as needed. Maintain an inventory of all telemetry system components to include hardware and software as needed.
• Maintain a safe and secure storage and backup of all original data files; tabulate and analyze telemetry data and provide results to Telemetry Support SME for review as needed.
• Independently assemble, calibrate, and test telemetry systems; troubleshoot electronic and software communication issues, and independently perform telemetry support for animal studies in BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 biocontainment laboratory environments.
• Assist to generate, characterize, and sample biological aerosols to support pathogenesis and medical countermeasure studies against biothreat agents. This shall include animal plethysmography, aerosol supervision and assisting, bacterial and viral assaying, and decontaminations.
• Investigate independently, and in collaboration with others, events during the phases of infection in representative laboratory animals prior to and following agent exposure.
• Support all logistical and technical aspects of AAT supported animal protocols including but not limited to preparation of sample tubes, required supplies, and associated paperwork.
• Complete all study activities as assigned in the AAT Scheduling program.
• Follow study protocol and schedule to complete study activities as assigned to include but not limited to sample processing, aliquoting, sample inactivation, and sample management. Studies shall be conducted in a BSL-2, BSL-3, or BSL-4 laboratory environment.
• Perform assays to include viral and bacterial stock characterization, plating assays, ELISA, RT-PCR, microarray, cytokine analysis, and applicable in vitro sample analysis assays as required by approved in vivo and in vitro protocols.
• Perform clinical pathology evaluation such as hematology, clinical chemistry analysis, coagulation and similar, in support of approved animal protocols and NHP colony management operations.
• Be trained in GLP and maintain records at that standard IAW all applicable regulations and USAMRIID SOPs.
• Assist in the coordination and collaboration with scientists and technical staff within the Institute to provide telemetry services to include assisting in the training of study personnel on basic telemetry functions and data review.
• Complete required training as assigned in RIID-Train and by AAT Leadership. Shall maintain training records IAW all applicable regulations and USAMRIID SOPs.
• Maintain AAT laboratory space and equipment. Record and document all equipment maintenance IAW USAMRIID SOPs and in compliance with GLP standards. Replenish supplies and promptly notify AAT leadership when supplies are low. Obtain and provide equipment and supply quotes as requested.
• Report observations of safety or standard operating procedure non-compliance IAW applicable USAMRIID SOPs, guidance and regulations in a timely manner.
• Perform weekly/monthly details of Building 1412 BSL-3 change rooms, showers, and assigned containment areas. Details include cleaning, restocking, proper disposal of expired materials, and ensuring equipment and safety requirements are completed and documented IAW all applicable regulations and USAMRIID SOPs.
• Perform weekly/monthly details of Building 1412 BSL-2 assigned laboratories. Details include cleaning, restocking, proper disposal of expired materials, and ensuring equipment and safety requirements are completed and documented IAW all applicable regulations and USAMRIID SOPs.
• Assist with SOP writing, revision and review to meet GLP requirements and assist in the generation of SOP risk assessments. Contractor shall appropriately respond to regulatory audits and Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPAs) within the required timelines.
• Coordinate and collaborate with AAT leadership and personnel to assist in the development and continuation of the AAT technical training program. Contactor shall demonstrate proficiency in required tasks, and once qualified by AAT leadership, Contractor shall assist in the training of other technical staff as assigned.
• Assist with entering of study data into appropriate formats and the development of charts and graphs as required. Assist in the preparation of manuscripts or posters relating to their research efforts. If determined by the government, shall present research findings at one scientific conference per year, which may require local or CONUS travel. Shall present results in written and oral format publicly and internally as requested.
• May be required to assist with technical support of animal protocols as needed by performing animal observations, physicals, sample collection, euthanasia, and tissue collection as required. Successful completion of training is required and provided by qualified Veterinary Medicine Division staff. All laboratory tasks shall be conducted under the guidance of a study PI and under the authority of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and in compliance with GLP standards. Studies shall be conducted in a BSL-2, BSL-3, or BSL-4 laboratory environment.
• Promptly notify TPOC and AAT Leadership if restricted from containment and provide anticipated length of restriction for scheduling purposes. Shall coordinate task coverage with contract team members and notify AAT Leadership of updated assignments.
• CS-PRP enrollment is required and shall be held and maintained IAW the provisions in this contract and all applicable regulations.
• BPRP enrollment is required and shall be held and maintained IAW the provisions in this contract and all applicable regulations.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry or other relevant subject
• 3-5 years of relevant laboratory work experience
• At least 1 year of experience in BSL-2, BSL-3, or BSL-4 biocontainment laboratory environments preferred
• At least 2 years of telemetry experience, preferably with laboratory animals
• Experience with troubleshooting various telemetry systems; DSI, Stellar and NOTOCORD preferred
• 1-2 years of experience working with biological aerosols
• Biological Personnel Reliability Program / Personnel Reliability Program enrollment highly preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000