What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Lab Technician I position at The Geneva Foundation?
About The Project:
The Geneva Foundation is seeking a Research Laboratory Technician I who will work on-site at the Uniformed Services University (USU) Center for Biotechnology (4DBio3) in Rockville, MD. The mission of 4DBio3 is to promote the development and application of advanced biotechnologies within the Department of Defense to enhance the readiness, health, and well-being of America’s Warfighters, veterans, and families. Capabilities include additive manufacturing with an emphasis on bioprinting, tissue engineering, cell culture and characterization, and product development.
About The Position:
The Research Laboratory Technician I will assist with bench top experiments which may include cell culture, biological assays, qPCR, and microscopy. The Research Laboratory Technician I will also collect and analyze data; and assist with the preparation of scientific/technical reports. The candidate must be able to follow standard operating procedures and use sterile technique.
PLEASE NOTE: This position is 100% onsite at Uniformed Services University (USU) in Rockville, MD. MUST be within commutable distance to the Rockville Metro area. A thorough government background check will be required. Candidates with active Security Clearances are encouraged to apply.
Salary Range:
$17 - $30 per hour. Salaries and hourly pay rates are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
Responsibilities
The Geneva Foundation is seeking a Research Laboratory Technician I who will work on-site at the Uniformed Services University (USU) Center for Biotechnology (4DBio3) in Rockville, MD. The mission of 4DBio3 is to promote the development and application of advanced biotechnologies within the Department of Defense to enhance the readiness, health, and well-being of America’s Warfighters, veterans, and families. Capabilities include additive manufacturing with an emphasis on bioprinting, tissue engineering, cell culture and characterization, and product development.
About The Position:
The Research Laboratory Technician I will assist with bench top experiments which may include cell culture, biological assays, qPCR, and microscopy. The Research Laboratory Technician I will also collect and analyze data; and assist with the preparation of scientific/technical reports. The candidate must be able to follow standard operating procedures and use sterile technique.
PLEASE NOTE: This position is 100% onsite at Uniformed Services University (USU) in Rockville, MD. MUST be within commutable distance to the Rockville Metro area. A thorough government background check will be required. Candidates with active Security Clearances are encouraged to apply.
Salary Range:
$17 - $30 per hour. Salaries and hourly pay rates are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical knowledge and expertise in clinical laboratory analysis.
- Write referenced clinical treatment briefs using Government provided methodologies and formats
- Perform preliminary research, information gathering, and information packaging in preparation for the Clinical Panels, as needed
- Assist the production team with data input
- Provide technical knowledge and expertise in clinical laboratory analysis with expert guided recommendations for required tasks, length of tasks, responsible treaters, essential characteristics and material assignments
- Adheres to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), International Air Transportation Association (IATA) Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and infection control procedures
- Demonstrate proficiency in performing basic study related procedures as required
- Execution and maintenance of research study
- Manage study documentation to include accurate and timely filing
- Collection of data and data entry
- Perform bioassays of tissue culture and rodent tissues, when applicable to protocol
- Responsible for cleaning, disinfecting and maintenance of all clean rooms and equipment
- Assist with receipt and inspection of raw materials, lab ordering and stocking, as requested
- Process and ship samples according to all regulations and protocol requirements
- Document all correspondence and communication pertinent to the research
- Interact and communicate effectively with PI, other site personnel, research participants, The Geneva Foundation and the study sponsor
- Comply with all the rules and regulations as applicable to assigned duty station
- Assist in the preparation and analysis of laboratory experiments, as requested
- Maintain and update files of all applicable regulatory documentation for IACUC or IRB (including protocols, approvals, amendments, modifications, etc.) as well as any communications with the sponsor or any other Federal or regulatory office (including prior approvals, change in scope, etc.)
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
- 1 year experience in biomedical or research laboratory preferred
- Non-profit, research, or healthcare experience desired
- Demonstrate competence in oral and written communication
- Must be organized, attentive to detail, and possess a positive, friendly and professional demeanor
- Must be flexible with changing priorities and able to communicate in a diplomatic and professional manner
- Computer skills including at least intermediate level experience with Excel and other Microsoft Office Software
- Strong data management and processing skills
- Knowledge of Military Operational Planning, the Military Health System and the Military
- Medical Logistics System preferred
- Experience in performing complex chemical, biological, hematological, immunologic, microscopic, and bacteriological tests desired
- Familiarity with medical terminology and abbreviations
Salary : $17 - $30
