Demonstrate a general understanding of the concepts of clinical laboratory analysis such as hematology, clinical chemistry, and coagulation. Understands study protocols and processes blood and body fluid specimens accordingly. Responsible for accurate and timely recordkeeping, diligently following standards for specimen analysis and SOPs. Demonstrate proficiency in using

Assists with oversight of casework in bacteriology culture and identification using ISO 17025 accredited and LRN methods. Assists with the performance, direction, evaluation, and interpretation of bioforensic casework and the issuing of results in the form of high quality, accurate, and well written reports. Assists with oversight and management of Bacteriology casework a

Conducts collaborative research projects within the outlined government program or collaborates with other Study Directors on projects or programs. Efficiently plans, executes, and reports scientific activities conducted in accordance with directives from the Virology Branch. Works with research leadership to conduct research involving infectious diseases caused by Tier 1

Serves as a member of a team supporting DNA sequencing laboratory operations and maintenance, including DNA extractions, library preparation, quality control, and sequence data collection for next generation sequencing activities at NBACC. Develops, implements, and performs quality control testing of reagents and materials. Assists in the development of validation plans,

Reviews, comprehends and complies with all SOPs and quality assurance standards pertaining to specific areas. Cares for and maintains laboratory animals in accordance with the Animal Welfare Act and the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, as well as, NIH policies and Guidelines and other pertinent regulations and policies. Works closely with Clinical Veterin

Leverages subject matter expertise to maintain and expand institutional virology capabilities to execute research efforts that may involve, but are not limited to, molecular virology, synthetic biology, eukaryotic genome editing, sequencing and bioinformatics, and/or systems level virus host interactions. Performs laboratory research on a wide range of viral agents that m

Performs scientific analyses/experiments in conjunction with technicians/scientists to support NBFAC/NBTCC projects. Will learn how to identify issues with laboratory equipment, communicate equipment status to the appropriate manager, and assist in coordination of equipment repair. Responsible for assisting in general laboratory upkeep that includes daily, weekly, and mon

Provide technical support at various levels of biocontainment, including animal biosafety levels (ABSL) 3 and 4 and non containment Participate fully in all aspects of animal work including those relative to observation and participation in experimental procedures Close visual attention is necessary in a majority of work and is the responsibility of the contractor to info

The objective of this contractor hiring is to ensure all equipment maintenance procedures and processes can be performed within a reasonable timeframe and ensure that all services are performed within the designated timelines put forth by MRDC and all other regulating agencies. Responsibilities Essential Job Functions Acceptance testing, periodic maintenance and repair, a

Responsible for and directs the NBTCC Program, overseeing all operations of the Center to ensure the highest level of scientific support for DHS and external sponsors. Actively participates in the recruitment and development of high quality staff. Leads the development and mentoring of staff members, empowering, providing opportunities, and targeting retention for high pe

Develops ad hoc imaging protocols, quality control procedures and operates clinical and/or pre clinical PET/SPECT/CT and optical imaging scanners in a BSL 4 setting Works together with IRF scientists and external collaborators to develop and apply ad hoc image analysis protocols for images acquired on clinical and/or pre clinical PET/SPECT/CT and optical imaging scanners

Deploys and administers server hardware, software, and virtual machine appliances in an Active Directory environment. Monitors system logs/e mail alerts and activity on servers and troubleshoots problems with applications and services. Performs OS and application patching/upgrades, system hardening, and helps to keep certification and accreditation of the systems. Follows

Work with Chief, RRA, study directors, principal investigators, and other key staff to perform quality reviews of documents and records associated with nonclinical studies, to include those conducted under FDA Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) requirements. Perform quality review of laboratory study files, SEND packages and records to assure that calculations, content, refer

Executes casework by conducting analysis of forensic samples using ISO 17025 acredited mass spectrometry techniques for the identification of biological toxins. Maintains accurate records of the processing and analysis in a computerized Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Participates in the development, validation, and conduct of mass spectrometry methods an

Serve as GLP Study Coordinator on studies evaluating candidate medical countermeasures for microbial biothreat pathogens at biosafety levels including BSL 4. The contractor shall carry out regulated laboratory studies to ensure compliance with the FDA Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) regulation and support a variety of laboratory based activities associated with FDA regula