Science Laboratory Technician

Joint Research and Development, LLC • Orient Point, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Science Laboratory Technician will assist with managing the laboratory close-out process so as to enable terminal decontamination. This is anticipated to include activities such as coordinating lab space clean-out and closures in advance of decontamination activities, assisting with the coordination of autoclave-related activities and other functions which will help render the laboratory spaces in a ready state for appropriate fumigation and decontamination. The position shall also assist with supporting the development of validated decontamination regimes and approaches (e.g., biological indicator placement oversight). Additional support may be needed to assist with presenting data and developing reports for inclusion in manuscripts and scientific publications and internal and external presentations that are generated as a result of the terminal decontamination work. Other related functions may be required, as needed. The position requires experience and familiarity working in a BSL3 laboratory environment (preferably one in which foreign animal diseases were studied) and ancillary operational activities such as lab waste management and related processes and procedures, BSL3 entry/exit procedures, application of project management tenets such as ensuring adherence to scope and schedule and stakeholder engagement, developing and/or implementing activity checklists. In addition to federal staff/SMEs, the work will require engagement and collaboration with other contracted staff assigned to perform related, complementary activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• 3+ years of experience as a laboratory scientist.
• Strong understanding of aseptic techniques and molecular based technology platforms.
• Good working knowledge of biosafety.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with full-time residency in the United States.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
• Must undergo a required medical examination and vaccinations (as applicable).
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening (note that marijuana is still illegal federally, regardless of state status or medical use).
• The job requires travel to and from Orient Point, NY or Old Saybrook, CT and Plum Island aboard government-provided marine vessels.
• Must comply with all regulations related to federal facilities and work sites.
• The job requires the ability to stand for extended periods in a containment laboratory.
• This environment may require exit showering.
• The job requires the ability to sit for extended periods at a computer workstation and the capability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Due to biosecurity requirements, employees may not own or work with cloven-hoofed animals, horses, rabbits, pigs, exotic pets, or birds.
• Ability to obtain DHS Suitability and Federal Select Agent Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operational tasks including but not limited to cleaning, procurement of supplies, inventory and information management, and packaging of samples.
• Preparation and issuance of sampling test kits.
• Receive and process biological and chemical indicators as part of facility-scale decontamination activities.
• Conduct viability assessments, authentication, and characterization procedures for biological materials.
• Prepare and propagate various biological materials under aseptic conditions.
• Perform validation work and other tasks within containment areas as required.
• Draft laboratory documentation including procedures and work instructions.
• Support the drafting of weekly, monthly, and quarterly laboratory and/or progress reports.
• Support validation work and other tasks within containment areas as required.
• Accurately record experimental data in digitized data management systems.
• Translate data from notebooks and batch records into advanced databases.
• Support data integration and management.
• Assist in technology transfer between different data systems.
• Monitor laboratory equipment and report any issues to ensure proper functioning.
• Adhere to all laboratory safety procedures, including the proper handling of chemicals and biological materials.
• Work collaboratively with scientists, biorepository personnel, and contractor teams across multiple federal agencies.
• Communicate and coordinate with project stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care
• Disability Insurance
• 401K Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level