Lab Tech IV

Piper Companies is looking for a Lab Tech IV to join a government organization located in Fort Detrick, MD.

• Perform aerosol exposures and assist in the design, testing, and maintenance of aerosol equipment.
• Generate, characterize, and sample biological aerosols to support research studies, including animal plethysmography and aerosol supervision.
• Conduct laboratory tasks under Study PI guidance in compliance with IACUC protocols and GLP standards.
• Operate in BSL‑2, BSL‑3, and BSL‑4 environments, supporting 75–120 aerosol exposures annually.
• Write, revise, and review SOPs to meet GLP requirements (10–15 annually).
• Assemble, test, and troubleshoot aerosol systems; document testing and maintenance.
• Calibrate, validate, and certify aerosol systems (8–12 annually) per SOPs and GLP standards.
• Perform and supervise biological decontamination of Class III biosafety cabinets post‑aerosol (75–120 annually).
• Certify and maintain Class III biosafety cabinets and transporters (12–15 annually).
• Collaborate with leadership to develop technical training programs and assist in staff training.
• Complete annual GLP training and maintain compliance records.
• Report safety or SOP non‑compliance per guidelines.
• Maintain enrollment in CS‑PRP and BPRP programs as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in laboratory equipment design, aerosol systems, and high‑containment environments.
• Familiarity with GLP standards, IACUC protocols, and biosafety procedures.
• Strong technical writing skills for SOP development and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a regulated research setting.
• Willingness to undergo required certifications, including CS‑PRP and BPRP enrollment.
• U.S. Citizenship required;
  Secret clearance preferred (sponsorship available).

• Rate Range: $65,000–$75,000 annually, depending on experience.
• Comprehensive Benefit Package:
  Medical/Dental/Vision, 401K, Sick Leave as Required by Law.

This job is open for applications on November 3, 2025. Applications will be accepted at least 30 days from the posting date.

-2, BSL-3, BSL-4, High-Containment Laboratory, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Animal Plethysmography, Biosafety Cabinets, Decontamination, Equipment Calibration, CS-PRP, BPRP, IACUC Protocols, Technical Training, Biothreat Agents