Biologist

Joint Research and Development, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberm

Job summary

Joint Research and Development, LLC is seeking a Biologist to support the Department of Homeland Security on a government site in Washington, DC. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and opportunities across journeyman to senior levels.

Responsibilities include analyzing environmental samples for hazardous contaminants, operating and maintaining lab equipment, utilizing LIMS, and supporting QA/QC activities and audits. Flexible hours may be required to support mission needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry or similar from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum 10 years experience with a Bachelor’s or 6 years with a Master’s.
• 3+ years of sample preparation and quantitative analysis of environmental samples (PCR/ELISA/capillary electrophoresis).

Responsibilities

• Analyzes environmental or air samples for hazardous contamination.
• Operates and maintains biological lab equipment (ECL, capillary electrophoresis, PCR).
• Uses LIMS for data management of analytical results.
• Supports QA/QC, audits, and maintains QA/QC records.

Skills

PCR experience

Environmental sample prep

QA/QC systems

Laboratory equipment operation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in scientific discipline

Tools

LIMS

Capillary electrophoresis

ELISA

PCR instruments

Job description

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Biologist

Full Time Washington, DC, Washington, DC, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2073

Salary Range: $85,000.00 To $115,000.00 Annually

JRAD is seeking candidates for an immediate fill Biologist position supporting the Department of Homeland Security. This position is on Government site in Washington, DC. Roles/Responsibilities:

• Analyzes environmental or air samples for acutely hazardous Biological and Chemical contamination.
• Operates and maintains biological laboratory equipment (e.g., Electrochemiluminescence (ECL), Capillary Electrophoresis, and Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) instruments) and performs basic maintenance and checks on common laboratory hardware/software systems and infrastructure.
• Uses Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for management of laboratory analytical data.
• Participates in laboratory proficiency testing activities as part of a strict Quality Management System (QMS) and maintains QAQC records to include performance charts, control limits, and detection and reporting limits for analytical methods governing use of laboratory instruments.
• Meticulously adheres to laboratory procedures, data management practices and safety protocols in accordance with Laboratory Quality Assurance Plans and safety policies/regulations.
• Supports formal audits of laboratory quality control systems and practices, the inspection of safety practices and the review of Job Hazard Analyses.
• Maintains inventory of lab supplies.
• Must be capable of working a flexible schedule, including starting early in the morning, working extended work days, and potential weekends and holidays on occasion, when necessary to support the mission.

Required Skills and Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific discipline (biology, biochemistry, or similar) from an accredited college or university.
• Multiple experience level positions available from Journeyman to Senior level Biologists.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience with a Bachelors Degree, or 6 years of experience with a Masters Degree.
• Must have more than 3 years of specific experience in sample preparations and quantitative analysis of environmental samples by methods such as PCR, ELISA, and capillary electrophoresis for hazardous bacteria, viruses and toxins.
• Must have demonstrated analytical laboratory skills as evidenced by participation in a Proficiency Test such as a Precision and Accuracy performance test or equivalent.
• Must have experience with quality management standards (e.g., ISO 17025 or similar), biological sample preparation methods, techniques, regulations, protocols, safety.

Security Clearance:

• Must be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance and a Department of Homeland Security Suitability.

When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!

JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:

• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care
• Disability Insurance

JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.