Chenega Corporation·Frederick, Maryland
The technician coordinates and executes scientific studies involving animal procedures and biological sample processing within BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 environments. They are also responsible for laboratory maintenance, inventory control, and ensuring compliance with GLP and biosafety regulations.
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Chenega Services and Federal Solutions, LLC., a Chenega Professional Services’ company, is looking for a Molecular Virology Technician to provide laboratory and technical support for the Molecular Virology Branch.
The position independently coordinates and executes scientific studies involving animal procedures, biological sample collection and processing, data collection and analysis, laboratory operations, inventory management, and laboratory equipment support.
The incumbent performs virology laboratory techniques including basic cell culture, plaque assays, and plaque reduction neutralization testing while supporting animal studies conducted in BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 laboratory environments.
The position also supports laboratory maintenance, inventory control, regulatory compliance, mentorship activities, and scientific reporting requirements while maintaining required BPRP, CS-PRP, and GLP qualifications.
Our company offers employees the opportunity to join a team where there is a robust employee benefits program, management engagement, quality leadership, an atmosphere of teamwork, recognition for performance, and promotion opportunities.
We actively strive to channel our highly engaged employee’s knowledge, critical thinking, and determination to innovate scalable solutions for our clients.
Experience supporting molecular virology, infectious disease, vaccine, or biodefense research programs. Experience supporting Non-Human Primate, ferret, swine, and rodent research studies. Experience performing cell culture, plaque assays, plaque reduction neutralization testing (PRNT), and related virology techniques. Experience performing biological sample collection and viral inactivation procedures. Experience working within BSL-3 and BSL-4 laboratory environments. Experience supporting laboratory inventory management and procurement activities. Experience supporting GLP-compliant laboratory environments. Experience mentoring laboratory personnel and supporting laboratory training programs. Experience supporting animal protocol administration and laboratory quality activities.
Knowledge of virology, microbiology, molecular biology, laboratory animal science, and biomedical research methodologies. Knowledge of cell culture techniques, plaque assays, plaque reduction neutralization testing, and viral sample processing procedures. Knowledge of laboratory animal handling, inoculation procedures, specimen collection, animal observations, and humane euthanasia practices. Knowledge of BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 laboratory operations, biosafety requirements, and biocontainment procedures. Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) requirements and laboratory quality standards. Knowledge of laboratory inventory management, procurement activities, and laboratory operational support functions. Knowledge of laboratory data management, technical reporting, scientific documentation, and records management requirements. Ability to independently execute laboratory procedures and scientific protocols. Ability to collect, process, document, and manage biological samples and research data. Ability to maintain laboratory readiness, equipment, supplies, and compliance requirements. Ability to mentor laboratory personnel and support technical training activities. Ability to communicate scientific and technical information effectively through written reports and verbal presentations. Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, written communication, and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary scientific teams.
No telework, inclement weather telework only. Estimated Salary/Wage
USD $70,000.00/Yr. Up to USD $80,000.00/Yr.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a biological science and 5 to 7 years of related laboratory experience. Candidates must be able to obtain Secret clearance and maintain BPRP, CS-PRP, and GLP qualifications.
Market context
In Maryland, molecular virology technician roles are typically driven by steady demand for experienced laboratory staff who can support regulated research and testing environments. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a biology degree, several years of hands-on lab experience, and the ability to obtain Secret clearance while maintaining BPRP, CS-PRP, and GLP qualifications. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm fit before applying, since they are pulled from the original job description to save research time.