Microbiology Technician

Battelle•West Jefferson, OH

5d•$22 - $24•Hybrid

About The Position

Battelle's Life Science Research Group is composed of highly trained scientists and technicians, supported by state-of-the-art facilities to advance our clients' toxicology, safety pharmacology, and inhalation research programs. Our multidisciplinary, integrated approach provides critical solutions for pharmaceutical, biotech, agrichemical, industrial, and government clients, accelerating development while maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance. We are currently seeking an In-Vitro Assay/Microbiology Technician. This position is a full-time opportunity located in West Jefferson, OH. This role sits within Battelle's Biomedical Research Center and provides technical support for performing standard and complex in-vitro assays, including PCR, ELISA, and cell-based assays, as well as blood and other specimen processing. The position operates Monday through Friday with occasional overtime on nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Associate's degree in microbiology, molecular biology, or a related field plus 1 year of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in the Biological Suitability Assessment Program (BSAP)
Ability to obtain and maintain DoJ Security Risk Assessment (SRA) approval
Ability to obtain and maintain CDC approval to work with Biological Select Agents and Toxins (BSAT) material
Must be willing to work in BSL-2 and BSL-3 (biocontainment) environments and able to wear appropriate respiratory protection
Must be willing to be immunized with FDA-licensed vaccines and Investigational New Drugs (INDs) recommended for persons at risk of occupational exposure to biological agents
Must be willing to participate in random drug screening
Sufficiently medically fit to perform all assigned duties, including working in a laboratory while wearing appropriate respiratory equipment
Ability to work night, weekend, and holiday hours as needed
Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

Conduct assays on samples from in vivo pathogenicity, efficacy, and toxicity studies as well as human clinical samples, including bacterial enumeration, viral assays, ELISA, PCR, nucleic acid isolation, and flow cytometry
Work with highly hazardous biological and toxic materials in BSL-2 and BSL-3 laboratory environments
Contribute to the development and validation of biological assays and laboratory equipment
Train and guide less experienced staff on specific tasks and serve as technical co-lead on portions of studies
Maintain mammalian, viral, and bacterial cell cultures and perform routine blood and tissue processing
Prepare reagents and perform dilutions, including associated mathematical calculations
Set up, validate, and operate laboratory equipment and software; perform routine maintenance and calibration as needed
Use electronic databases for sample tracking and perform basic data manipulation in spreadsheet environments
Create and maintain study files in accordance with SOPs, protocols, quality requirements, and client specifications; prepare and submit files to Quality Control or Quality Assurance
Recognize deviations from accepted technical practices and prepare deviation reports as needed, reporting observations clearly and concisely
Manage laboratory supplies, including inventory, ordering, and receipt; perform waste management and operate autoclaves
Perform timely quality control and technical review of electronic and paper data
Respond appropriately to alarms and potential emergency situations
Adhere to all laboratory safety requirements and facility guidelines