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Cape Fox Corporation

Laboratory Technician

Cape Fox Corporation, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276


Job Title

Laboratory Technician

Job Description

Concentric Methods is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our team in Baltimore, MD in support of the NIH.

Plans, executes, and arranges laboratory experiments, new techniques and procedures; and performs laboratory techniques relating to scientific research.

Perform routine experiments and tests; follow established procedures and animal protocols.

Perform fundamental procedures required for research projects.

Perform a variety of laboratory techniques and procedures.

Perform experiments on samples according to protocols.

Perform routine experiments and tests, including tissue culture, cell separation, protein, and quantitative and qualitative analysis.

Perform primary cell culture techniques and immunohistochemistry.

Operates laboratory machines and instruments; and prepares specimens and equipment for use.

Work with staff on the maintenance of laboratory cell lines.

Work with staff on processing specimens for embedding according to protocols.

Prepare materials and equipment for experiments.

Maintain stocked supplies and records of working reagents, including fixatives, buffers, solvents and staining.

Process and organize multiple samples simultaneously.

Work with a variety of routine and specialized laboratory instruments and equipment in the laboratory.

Ensure that all specimens and equipment necessary for experiments are available and in good order.

Prepare specimens and equipment for use in the laboratory.

Perform processing, description and analysis of specimens.

Performs sample management and storage.

Work with staff to implement storage and distribution of biological samples for future scientific research.

Retrieve, catalog and process samples including but not limited to blood and tumor tissue.

Store new samples, update database, retrieve samples with proper authorization.

Upkeep sample and database inventory; monitor overall sample inventory.

Perform quality control procedures necessary to ensure the accuracy of each test system, sample processing, storage and inventory of samples.

Maintain inventory system and sample storage according to outlined guidelines.

Ensure that policies and procedures regarding sample retrieval and use are followed.

Perform processing, description and analysis of samples.

Analyzes, documents and reports on all procedures performed.

Update and maintain written laboratory record of the work.

Collect and enter research data into laboratory notebooks and databases.

Assemble, manipulate and format test results.

Maintain and update laboratory notebooks and databases; and enter experimental data into spreadsheet and conduct statistical analysis.

Collect data and prepare for analysis and interpretation.

Work with staff on the maintenance of laboratory logs and databases.

Analyze, summarize and interpret data obtained from research studies; evaluate for completeness and validity.

Interpret results of initial analysis to reveal conclusions and shortcomings.

Convey and discuss research results with team lab members.

Maintains inventory of laboratory supplies.

Ensure that supplies and consumables are ready and on hand as necessary for maximum efficiency in the laboratory.

Cleans and sterilizes instruments, glassware and equipment.

Clean glassware and microscopic slides.

Clean and sterilize laboratory equipment such as glasses, metal instruments, sinks, tables and test panels.

Ensure that adequate clean inventory is available for immediate usage.

Plan execute and arrange laboratory experiments, new techniques and procedures; and performs laboratory techniques relating to scientific research.

Perform fundamental procedures required for research projects.

Perform a variety of laboratory techniques and procedures.

Perform routine analysis and tests on specimens in the laboratory.

Follow established procedures and protocols; utilize aseptic technique to perform experiments.

Plan and execute experiments for in vitro and in vivo studies, including cell culture, Western blotting and immunofluorescence/immunohistochemistry.

Performs routine equipment maintenance.

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.

Trains staff in performing routine laboratory tests and procedures.

Provide technical help and expertise to lab members.

Provide one-on-one and group training related to safety standards on usage and disposal of chemicals and reagents.

Provide training to staff on the performance of laboratory experiments, assays and protocols.

Train new staff on the use, calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.

Train new laboratory members in the correct use of equipment, application of techniques and laboratory protocols.

Work with staff to monitor and ensure that appropriate laboratory safety courses and certifications for staff are up to date.

Engage in problem solving as required to solve technical difficulties and to ensure steady progress, with a goal of providing high quality experimental data suitable for publication.

Troubleshoot issues with technical procedures; utilize trial and error methods customize protocols to the biological systems utilized in the laboratory.

Travel Requirements: 0 - 10%

Salary Grade:

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or other related field (Biology, Genetics, Physiology)

5 to 10 years of experience in Life Sciences.

Microsoft Office proficiency (Powerpoint - MS Project - Outlook - Excel - Word); familiarity with NIH POTS.

Experience working with lab equipment and performing biological research.

Knowledge in managing hazardous waste.

Location: Baltimore, MD

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