Laboratory Technician Jobs

Laboratory Technician

Job Family:
Laboratory Technician

Travel Required:

None

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

We are currently searching for a Laboratory Technician to provide custom engineering solutions and advanced equipment maintenance. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Rockville, MD.

• Support the operation of bioprinters. Lend expertise in configuration design of new equipment purchases when needed. Assist with mechanical difficulties or computer software issues as needed.
• Provide custom engineering solutions for 3
  
  DTBL and DPI 2.
• Identify and implement advanced specialized technologies for functional measurements in 3D tissue models, e.g. muscle contraction.
• Perform a variety of laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Prepare materials and equipment for experiments.
• Work with a variety of routine and specialized laboratory instruments and equipment in the laboratory.
• Perform advanced equipment maintenance.
• Work with staff on the maintenance of laboratory logs and databases.
• Ensure that supplies and consumables are ready and on hand as necessary for maximum efficiency in the laboratory.
• Perform fundamental procedures required for research projects.
• Order and maintain laboratory supplies, reagents, and equipment.
• Monitor equipment performance and maintenance schedules.
• Assist in troubleshooting and calibrating various laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Coordinate general laboratory maintenance, including equipment upkeep and calibration.
• Perform regularly scheduled maintenance on and generate maintenance reports for equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment.
• Monitor and maintain contracts for laboratory equipment and monitor equipment performance and maintenance schedule.
• Analyze documents and reports on all procedures performed and produce detailed reports for use by senior staff.
• Contribute to manuscript writing as needed.
• Provide insights and expertise to recommend new strategies and approaches.
• Prepare reports and summaries; prepare data for presentation at laboratory meetings.
• Write reports detailing experiments and data analysis; produce publication quality graphs.
• Provide training to new users on the operation and software of bioprinters.
• Provide technical help and expertise to lab members.
• Train new laboratory members in the correct use of equipment, including calibration and maintenance; application of techniques; and laboratory protocols.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in general medical and health services or related discipline.
• At least TWO (2) years of Laboratory Technician experience.
• Knowledge of advanced specialized functional measurements in 3D tissue models, such as muscle contraction, 3D printing, 3D bioprinting, CAD design, fluorescence microscopy or prototyping.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Need to be familiar with CAD and image analysis software.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "public trust"; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Exhibit flexibility to be able to adapt to ad hoc requests and prioritize assignments appropriately.

The annual salary range for this position is $49,000.00-$81,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and  protection, etc.)
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus