Research Technician, CGR, DCP Vanguard Study (Tues-Sat)

Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Paid Leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research is seeking a Research Technician to provide biospecimen processing support for ongoing studies in the Division of Cancer Prevention. Core responsibilities include handling biospecimens, aliquoting, and maintaining accurate records in laboratory databases.

Work occurs in a BSL-2 environment with blood fractionation capabilities. The role requires adherence to SOPs, strong data recording skills, and effective communication with internal teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years in lieu of degree; CHEA recognized.
• Familiarity with biospecimen handling and documentation requirements.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Execute biospecimen processing workflows under SOPs (receipt, processing, aliquoting, storage).
• Process and create biospecimen resources in a BSL-2 environment, including blood fractionation.
• Record accurate biospecimen details in databases and documentation systems.
• Adhere to SOPs for time-sensitive specimens and QA guidelines.
• Support continuous improvement of lab workflows and document deviations.
• Maintain lab organization and manage equipment/supply records.
• Utilize Excel, Word, Outlook and LIS daily for tracking and reporting.

Skills

Biospecimen handling

Data documentation

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or four years of relevant experience

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

LIMS/ELN

Job description

Job ID: req4666

Employee Type: nonexempt full-time

Division: Clinical Research Directorate

Facility: Frederick: WDG

Location: 4600 Wedgewood Blvd, Suite K, Frederick, MD 21702 USA

The Frederick National Laboratory is operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and first-in-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious diseases.

Accountability, Compassion, Collaboration, Dedication, Integrity and Versatility; it's the FNL way.

Program Description

The BioProcessing and Trial Logistics (BPTL) functional team within the Cancer Genomics Research Laboratory (CGR) plays a critical role in supporting the National Cancer Institute (NCI) Division of Cancer Prevention (DCP) through expert oversight of biospecimen operations for a variety of research aims. By integrating laboratory operations, biospecimen processing, inventory management, and site coordination, BPTL helps ensure that specimens are collected, processed, stored, tracked, and documented with the highest standards of quality and integrity.

We are seeking a Research Technician to provide biospecimen processing support for ongoing studies for the Division of Cancer Prevention.

Key Roles/Responsibilities

The BPTL team supports DCP by translating study and research goals into practical, reliable biospecimen collection, processing, storage, shipment, and tracking workflows. These efforts ensure the availability of high-quality, well-annotated specimens to support current research objectives and creation of a biospecimen resource for long-term scientific discovery.

As a Research Technician, the incumbent will be responsible for the execution of laboratory activities under existing SOPs related to biospecimen processing, aliquoting, and specimen inventory. Laboratory operations occur across from Monday through Saturday to support study requirements, as such, this Research Technician position core hours will be Tuesday – Saturday from 8AM to 4:30PM. This role requires consistent communication and data recording skills. Core responsibilities include:

• Execute biospecimen processing workflows under SOP, including receipt, processing, aliquoting, and appropriate storage of created aliquots.
• Work effectively in a BSL-2 environment to process and create biospecimen resources for current and future research aims, including blood fractionation.
• Record accurate and timely biospecimen details within laboratory databases or other documentation systems, including specimen receipt information and processing documentation.
• Adhere to existing SOPs to ensure that time-sensitive specimens are handled according to established protocols
• Support continuous improvement of laboratory workflows using CGR’s established quality management systems and operational infrastructure including documentation of deviations
• Adhere to existing laboratory quality assurance guidelines, equipment and supply management protocols, and general laboratory organization activities
• Use of Excel, Word, Outlook and other laboratory information systems daily for tracking, reporting and communication

Basic Qualifications

• Possession of Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university according to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in a relevant scientific discipline, or four (4) years of relevant experience in lieu of degree. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency
• No work experience required with a Bachelors degree
• Understanding of biospecimen handling and documentation requirements
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal leadership
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Teams and Outlook
• Ability to maintain focus for extended periods of time and manage detailed data accurately
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in biospecimen processing and specimen inventory
• Experience working with human biological specimens in research, clinical, or biorepository setting including blood fractionation
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques in human biospecimen processing
• Experience with biospecimen inventory management databases, laboratory information management systems (LIMS), or electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs)
• Familiarity with quality management systems in a regulated or high-throughput laboratory environment

JOB HAZARDS

• This position is subject to working with or has the potential for exposure to infectious material, requiring medical clearance and immunizations

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, color, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Pay And Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

43,800.00 - 62,702.00 USD

The posted pay range for this job is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data.

The salary range posted is a full-time equivalent salary and will vary depending on scheduled hours for part time positions