AAT Senior Research Technician

Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an AAT Senior Research Technician to support government research at Fort Detrick, MD. The role involves generating biological aerosols, conducting assays, and mentoring team members. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences and extensive experience in aerosol techniques and laboratory practices. Competitive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

401K with match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holidays

Qualifications

• 7 years of relevant aerosol experience required.
• Proficiency in assay techniques and telemetry systems.

Responsibilities

• Generate and sample biological aerosols for studies.
• Perform assays and maintain laboratory space and equipment.
• Mentor team members and assist in technical training.

Skills

Aerosol Experience

Training and Mentoring

Animal Handling

Assay Techniques

Telemetry Systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences

Tools

DSI

Stellar

NOTOCORD

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Job Overview

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

Responsibilities

1. Generate, characterize, and sample biological aerosols to support pathogenesis and medical countermeasure studies against biothreat agents, including animal plethysmography, aerosol supervision, bacterial and viral assaying, and decontaminations. Workload: 75-120 aerosol exposures/year.
2. Investigate infection events in laboratory animals, support animal protocols, prepare study documentation, and enter studies into the AAT Scheduling program.
3. Complete study activities following protocols, including sample processing, inactivation, and inventory management in BSL-2, BSL-3, or BSL-4 labs. Up to 20 protocols/year.
4. Perform assays such as ELISA, RT-PCR, cytokine analysis, and others as required.
5. Conduct clinical pathology evaluations supporting animal protocols and NHP colony management.
6. Assist with data entry, chart creation, manuscript and poster preparation, and present research findings at conferences.
7. Maintain laboratory space and equipment, record maintenance, and replenish supplies.
8. Mentor and train team members, write and review SOPs, and respond to audits and CAPAs.
9. Assist in developing and delivering technical training programs.
10. Assemble, calibrate, troubleshoot telemetry systems, and support animal studies in high-containment labs. Workload: ~20 studies/year.
11. Operate and maintain telemetry systems, manage inventory, and analyze telemetry data.
12. Maintain records per GLP standards, perform weekly/monthly safety and containment area duties, and support animal procedures as needed.
13. Complete required training, report safety issues, and ensure compliance with all regulations.
14. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in biological sciences.
• 7 years of relevant aerosol experience.
• Knowledge of aerosol generating platforms and equipment.
• Experience training and mentoring staff.
• Knowledge of BSL-2, BSL-3, BSL-4 practices and safety.
• GLP training and compliance.
• Experience with animal handling and experimental techniques.
• Proficiency in assay techniques (ELISA, RT-PCR, etc.) and telemetry systems (DSI, Stellar, NOTOCORD).
• U.S. Citizenship, BPRP and CS-PRP enrollment, and ability to pass NACI background check.

Benefits & Additional Info

Competitive salaries, 401K with match, health/dental/disability/life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, holidays, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Accommodations available upon request. E-Verify compliant.

About the Company

The Alaka`ina Foundation supports youth in Hawaii through charitable efforts, educational programs, and environmental initiatives. Visit www.alakainafoundation.com for more info.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analysis, IT
• Industry: Government Administration