Molecular Biologist

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is looking for a Molecular Biologist to provide research support administration services for our government customer at Wright Patterson Airforce Base in Dayton, OH .

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist biological and medical scientists in laboratories, setting up, operating, and maintaining laboratory instruments & equipment, monitoring experiments, making observations, and calculating/recording results.
• Conduct environmental sampling, sample handling, and processing.
• Perform DNA extraction from samples and analyze them for genetic variants associated with aeromedical conditions.
• Perform next generation sequencing, PCR, and microarray genotyping as needed in support of the project's research objectives characterizing aeromedical risk.
• Assist PHT staff in developing and optimizing procedures for genetic testing.
• Update/conduct review of scientific literature relevant to the research initiatives.
• Support experimental planning/design, protocol training and execution, and data collection and analysis.
• Support development, reporting, and editing of competitive, well-written, full drafts of research proposals, papers, and presentations as related to the project.
• Assist with the preparation, coordination, and submission of protocol-related documents to Institutional Review Boards (IRB) or Institutional Biosafety Committee.
• Support the preparation of reports of program initiatives as related to the project at the direction and input of PHT staff.
• Support the laboratory with other tasks as required to ensure proper function of the laboratory, including but not limited to communal solid waste disposal, and general laboratory maintenance procedures.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Must possess a Masters' Degree in Biological Sciences, Public Health or similar field with 1-2 years of experience within a public health related field.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must possess proficient with biology techniques (e.g. microscopy, cell culture, DNA/RNA prep, PCR and sequencing).
• Must possess experience with Illumina and Oxford nanopore sequencing chemistries and library preparation protocols.
• Must have experience with environmental sampling including wastewater, soil, and air matrices.
• Must be willing and able to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Possess 2 years of experience in a laboratory.

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

• Must be U.S. Citizen.
• Must Pass a Tier 1 background check (T1)/SF85 and be eligible for a CAC card.

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible 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 Kapili 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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