Laboratory Technician I - Pharmacology

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) seeks a Laboratory Technician I to perform laboratory procedures to assist supervisors with testing, assays, and experiments.

The role supports the Nugent Lab in the Pharmacology Department and involves hands-on research using a mouse model of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). Recent graduates in the biological sciences are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Hands-on laboratory procedures to assist supervisors with testing, assays and experiments.
• Willingness to follow QA/QC plans and procedures.
• Comfort handling rodents in a research setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures to support the Nugent Lab in the Pharmacology Department.
• Assist supervisors with various testing, assays and experiments.
• Comply with QA/QC plans and procedures and maintain proper documentation.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Education

Postbaccalaureate degree in biological sciences

Tools

QA/QC procedures

Job description

Join the HJF Team!
HJF is seeking a Laboratory Technician I to perform laboratory procedures to assist supervisors with various testing, assays, and experiments. Provides support in various areas of a laboratory as needed. Complies with laboratory quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) plans and procedures.
This position will be in support of the Nugent Lab in the Pharmacology Department. We are seeking a motivated, recent postbaccalaureate graduate in the biological sciences (or related fields) to join our team as a Full-Time Laboratory Technician. The position involves hands-on research using a mouse model of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) to identify the neural circuit mechanisms underlying post-injury mood disorders.
This position offers a strong foundation for recent graduates planning to attend graduate or medical school who wish to gain robust, practical research experience before pursuing advanced degrees. Full training will be provided, though applicants must be comfortable handling rodents.
The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.