Senior Biomarker Repository Technician

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) has a Potential need for a Senior Biomarker Repository Technician to support our government customer located in Fort Detrick, Frederick, MD.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the development of and independently execute protocols adhering to the experimental design for biomarker verification as determined in collaboration with the respective project Lead/PI in a BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 environment.
  
• Perform experiments at BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 as required by the experimental design and respective organisms.
  
• Perform next generation sequencing, Nanostring immunological and inflammatory panels, Luminex-based platforms, miRNA quantification, as well as other molecular diagnostic techniques.
  
• Conduct experiments for detection of etiologic agents within animal and clinical samples.
  
• Perform laboratory work requiring expertise in small animal handling with associative trainings completed.
  
• Assist the Lead/PIs in preparation of technical reports and manuscripts for publication
  
• Perform laboratory work required to fulfil experimental designs for novel sample collection/concentration/processing to include Nanotrap Concentration, and DNA/mRNA purification from both NHP and Human clinical matrices.
  
• Present protocols and data generated at weekly meetings as requested.
  
• Utilize biomarker expertise to identify unexpected or invalid results. Communicate and troubleshoot assay and instrument issues with the respective project Lead/PI.
  
• Perform experiments at BSL-2, BSL-3 and/or BSL-4 as required by the experimental design and respective organisms.
  
• CONUS/OCONUS travel may be required in support of the diagnostic mission and/or presentation of scientific research.
  
• Work with appropriate Lead/PIs to establish and maintain responsibility of a biosample repository for biomarker evaluation and verification.
  
• Perform highly detailed clinical sample testing in support of priority BSL-2, BSL-3, and/or BSL-4 animal studies or human clinical sample surveillance studies.
  
• Train new laboratory members in BSL-2, BSL-3, and/or BSL-4 project-specific laboratory techniques and methods.
  
• Serve as the laboratory supervisor for assigned laboratory spaces to ensure the laboratory meets required safety, functionality, and stocking requirements.
  
• Consolidate and analyze biomarker data and repository metadata in support of technical reports, presentations, and manuscripts.
  
• Facilitate the planning, preparation, and laboratory research execution support of approximately 5-8 projects per year.
  
• Contribute to a Biomarker Quarter and Annual Reports for associate projects.
  
• Contribute to the collection, management, and analysis of Biomarker Data for assigned projects.
  
• Author, review and revise Biomarker SOPs as required to support assigned projects.
  
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
  

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Master's Degree in a Biological Science
  

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with cell culture and handling of biological samples.
  
• Proficiency in a range of molecular techniques: Next-generation sequencing (NGS) library preparation and data analysis, Nanostring assays, Luminex multiplex assays, PCR (including RT-PCR and qPCR), miRNA quantification, and nucleic acid purification.
  
• Experience working in BSL-2 and ideally BSL-3 laboratories. Experience in BSL-4 would be a significant advantage.
  
• Experience in handling infectious agents and complex assays.
  

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

• U.S. Citizen
• BPRP enrollment required.
• Must pass NACI background check.

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible full-time employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees

"EOE, including Disability/Vets" OR "Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans"

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kūpono Government Services, and Kāpili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kīkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com

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