Global Solutions Network Inc·Bethesda, Maryland
Oversee the roboticized PhIP-Seq platform and provide biobank support for biospecimen processing and aliquoting. Perform various laboratory assays including flow cytometry and ELISA while managing sample inventory and equipment maintenance.
Global Solutions Network (GSN), a federal government contracting firm, presents this full time, long-term position supporting GSN's customer at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This position provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
If interested, please provide an up-to-date resume.
Scope.
Serve as Assay Specialist in support of the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) Biospecimen Core Repository. Oversee operation of the roboticized PhIP-Seq platform (60% effort); provide biobank backup support for biospecimen processing/aliquoting (20%); and learn to support flow cytometry, ELISA, and Quanterix Simoa assays (20%). Duties include sample labeling, logging, auditing, processing, running assays, and data delivery.
Responsibilities.
Plans, executes, and arranges laboratory experiments, new techniques and procedures; and performs laboratory techniques relating to scientific research.
Perform fundamental procedures required for research projects.
Follow established procedures and protocols; utilize aseptic technique to perform experiments.
Perform a variety of laboratory techniques and procedures.
Perform flow cytometry-based experiments, including cell preparation, cell sorting and molecular analysis of sorted subsets.
Perform routine analysis and tests on specimens in the laboratory.
Perform routine experiments and tests.
Perform experiments on samples according to protocols.
Operates laboratory machines and instruments; and prepares specimens and equipment for use.
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.
Store new samples, update database, retrieve samples with proper authorization.
Upkeep sample and database inventory; monitor overall sample inventory.
Retrieve, catalog and process samples including but not limited to blood and tumor tissue.
Maintain inventory system and sample storage according to outlined guidelines.
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.
Collect data and prepare for analysis and interpretation.
Maintains inventory of laboratory supplies and initiates purchase orders.
Monitor and inventory routine laboratory supplies; ensure that supplies are stocked and organized.
Manage the laboratory logistics and supply flow by tracking the consumption of laboratory materials.
Plan and organize requests for basic and extraordinary laboratory needs for supplies and consumables.
Ensure that supplies and consumables are ready and on hand as necessary for maximum efficiency in the laboratory.
Monitor inventory levels and proper storage of materials and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Establish and maintain a record of laboratory supply usage.
Inventory laboratory supplies and equipment, make recommendations and prepare purchase requests.
Order and maintain laboratory supplies, reagents and equipment.
Performs routine and advanced 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 calibration, run controls and enter results for various equipment.
Monitor and maintain contracts for laboratory equipment and monitor equipment performance and maintenance schedule.
Cleans and sterilizes instruments, glassware and equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment.
Analyzes, documents and reports on all procedures performed and produces detailed reports for use by senior staff.
Provide experimental progress updates on procedures performed in the laboratory.
Prepare reports and summaries based on results and findings.
Record details of experimental procedures, results and protocols.
Qualifications.
Requires MLS/Medical Technology degree, Master's degree, or equivalent.
At least 2-4 years of hands-on laboratory experience in biomedical, clinical, or translational research settings.
Experience with vacutainers, PCR, NGS library prep and working in CAP- or CLIA-certified labs strongly preferred.
Demonstrated experience working in a BSL-2 laboratory and handling human biofluids and/or tissues.
Ability to maintain accurate sample records, logs, audit trails, and QC documentation.
Demonstrated proficiency with:
Excel
Pipetting
PCR
Global Solutions Network, Inc. (GSN) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the GSN to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected US veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Requires a degree in Medical Technology, a Master's degree, or equivalent with 2-4 years of biomedical or clinical research experience. Proficiency in BSL-2 environments, PCR, and NGS library preparation is strongly preferred.
Market context
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