AAT Senior Research Technician

Culmen International; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Culmen International is seeking an AAT Senior Research Technician to support high-containment animal studies at USAMRIID in Frederick, MD. The role involves sample collection, clinical observations, and laboratory analysis, requiring a Bachelor's degree and extensive experience in BSL-3/4 environments. The company offers comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage and a 401k plan.

Benefits

Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401k with immediate vesting and 4% match

Life insurance and disability coverage

AFLAC available

Opportunities for training and continuing education

12 paid holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years in BSL-3/4 animal research or biomedical laboratory settings.
• Knowledge of BSL-3/4 containment practices.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process clinical samples from laboratory animals.
• Perform clinical pathology testing and animal health observations.
• Train and mentor junior staff on lab procedures.

Skills

Animal procedures

Clinical pathology

Aseptic techniques

Telemetry systems

Lab instrumentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in animal science, lab tech, or related field

Job description

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Culmen International is seeking an AAT Senior Research Technician to support a USAMRIID program at Fort Detrick, MD.

The AAT Senior Research Technician provides comprehensive support for high-containment animal studies, including sample collection, clinical observations, and laboratory analysis.

Responsibilities:

1. Collect and process clinical samples from laboratory animals.
2. Perform clinical pathology testing and animal health observations.
3. Maintain laboratory logs and support necropsy operations.
4. Ensure adherence to biosafety and animal welfare protocols.
5. Train and mentor junior staff on lab procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in animal science, lab tech, or related field.
• 5+ years in BSL-3/4 animal research or biomedical laboratory settings.
• Expertise in animal procedures and clinical pathology.
• Familiarity with telemetry systems and physiologic data capture.
• Knowledge of BSL-3/4 containment practices.
• Skilled in aseptic techniques and lab instrumentation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance and enroll in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP), if required.
• LATG certification or veterinary technician license preferred.

Culmen International is committed to enhancing international safety and security, strengthening homeland defense, advancing humanitarian missions, and optimizing government operations. With experience in over 150 countries, Culmen supports clients in accomplishing critical missions in challenging environments.

Benefits:

• Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision coverage with 100% of premiums paid by the company for eligible employees and dependents (including same or opposite sex domestic partners).
• 401k with immediate vesting and 4% match.
• Life insurance and disability coverage paid by the company.
• AFLAC available.
• Opportunities for training and continuing education.
• 12 paid holidays.

To learn more about Culmen International, visit www.culmen.com.

We are committed to creating and sustaining a workplace that upholds Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) principles, ensuring fair treatment and equal access to opportunities for all employees and applicants worldwide.

Additional Information:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries: International Affairs

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