Aerobiology, Animal Clinical Pathology and Telemetry (AAT) Senior Research Technician

Cape Fox Corporation; Maryland; On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated AAT Senior Research Technician to support critical research at a leading medical research institute. This role involves providing laboratory support, executing scientific studies, and maintaining high safety standards in BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 environments. The technician will collaborate with a skilled team to conduct aerosol research and clinical evaluations, contributing to groundbreaking studies against biothreat agents. Ideal candidates will have extensive aerosol experience and a passion for advancing scientific knowledge in a dynamic and supportive environment. Join a team that values your expertise and offers a range of benefits, including health insurance and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401K with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Qualifications

• 7+ years of aerosol experience required, with knowledge of aerosol platforms.
• Biological Personnel Reliability Program (BPRP) enrollment is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide laboratory support for aerosol exposures and research protocols.
• Perform clinical pathology evaluations and assist with data entry.

Skills

Aerosol Experience

Laboratory Support

Data Collection and Entry

Technical Support

Biological Assays

Telemetry Systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

Tools

Telemetry Systems

BSL-2, BSL-3, BSL-4 Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Aerobiology, Animal Clinical Pathology and Telemetry (AAT) Senior Research Technician - (8060)

Aerobiology, Animal Clinical Pathology and Telemetry (AAT) Senior Research Technician

Eagle Health is seeking an AAT Senior Research Technician to join our team in Fort Detrick, MD in support of the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID).

The salary range for this exempt position has been established at: $85,000 - $95,000. In addition, we offer a variety of benefits including company holidays, paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, as well as 401K with company match. This job will be posted until filled or withdrawn.

This position is contingent upon contract award. Incumbents are encouraged to apply!

Core Duties:

• Provide laboratory support by assisting in the performance of aerosol exposures and execution of research protocols as directed by AAT Leadership.
• Execute scientific studies, assist with data collection/entry, maintain AAT laboratory space and equipment, and train/mentor other technical staff.
• Perform work in BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 laboratories with controlled substances; therefore, BPRP and CS-PRP must be held and maintained.
• Generate, characterize, and sample biological aerosols to support pathogenesis and medical countermeasure studies against biothreat agents; workload is approximately 75-120 aerosol exposures per year.
• Investigate independently, and in collaboration with others, events during the phases of infection in representative laboratory animals prior to and following agent exposure.
• Support all logistical and technical aspects of AAT supported animal protocols including but not limited to preparation of sample tubes, required supplies, and associated paperwork.
• Enter studies in the AAT Scheduling program to capture all required study activities.
• Complete all study activities as assigned in the AAT Scheduling program.
• Follow study protocol and schedule to complete study activities including sample processing, aliquoting, sample inactivation, and sample management; studies shall be conducted in a BSL-2, BSL-3, or BSL-4 laboratory environment.
• Perform assays to include viral and bacterial stock characterization, plating assays, ELISA, RT-PCR, microarray, cytokine analysis, and applicable in vitro sample analysis assays as required by approved in vivo and in vitro protocols.
• Perform clinical pathology evaluations to include hematology, clinical chemistry, urine, fecal, and coagulation analysis in support of approved animal protocols and non-human primate (NHP) colony management operations.
• Assist with entering study data into appropriate formats and the development of charts and graphs as required.
• Assist in the preparation of manuscripts or posters relating to their research efforts. If determined by the government, present research findings at one scientific conference per year, which may require local or CONUS travel.
• Maintain AAT laboratory space and equipment.
• Record and document all equipment maintenance IAW USAMRIID SOPs and in compliance with GLP standards.
• Replenish supplies and promptly notify AAT leadership when supplies are low.
• Obtain and provide equipment and supply quotes as requested.
• Mentor and train team members IAW USAMRIID SOPs and applicable regulations and guidance as assigned.
• Write, revise, and peer review SOPs to meet GLP requirements and assist in the generation of SOP risk assessments. Respond to regulatory audits and CAPAs within the required timelines.
• Coordinate and collaborate with AAT leadership and personnel to assist in the development and continuation of the AAT technical training program.
• Independently assemble, calibrate, and test telemetry systems; troubleshoot electronic and software communication issues, and independently perform telemetry support for animal studies in BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 biocontainment laboratory environments.
• Operate and maintain the telemetry systems in a validated state for use in GLP animal studies.
• Maintain a safe and secure storage and backup of all original data files; tabulate and analyze telemetry data and provide results to Telemetry Support SME for review.
• Be trained in GLP and maintain records at that standard IAW all applicable regulations and USAMRIID SOPs.
• Assist in the coordination and collaboration with scientists and technical staff within the Institute to provide telemetry services.
• Complete required training as assigned in RIID-Train and by AAT Leadership.
• Perform weekly/monthly details of assigned BSL-3 change rooms, showers, and assigned containment areas.
• Report observations of safety or standard operating procedure non-compliance IAW applicable USAMRIID SOPs, guidance, and regulations in a timely manner.
• Provide technical support to animal protocols as needed by performing animal observations, physicals, sample collection, euthanasia, and tissue collection as required.

Travel Requirements: 0 - 10%

Job Requirements:

• At least seven (7) years of relevant aerosol experience.
• Possess a working knowledge of aerosol generating platforms and ancillary equipment.
• Biological Personnel Reliability Program (BPRP) and Controlled Substance-Personnel Reliability Program (CS-PRP) enrollment is required and must be maintained.
• Some travel may be required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with a valid U.S. passport.
• Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.