Position Objective: Provide services as a Laboratory Technician in support of the overall functions of the Laboratory of Clinical Immunology and Microbiology (LCIM), Division of Intramural Research (DIR) within the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide technical experience needed to assist in studying the basic principles of plant and animal life by planning and administering biological research programs functional responsibility.
Assist with performing basic laboratory experiments and procedures by analyzing experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings; analyze the role of mRNA degradation in T-cell biology description and perform RNA and DNA extraction experiments on Cryptococcus and mammalian cells.
Perform basic molecular biology techniques on Cryptococcus and mammalian cells such as plasmid transformation and mutant generation functional responsibility
Prepare, organize and maintain various lab samples, supplies, and equipment by operating, calibrating, or maintaining equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis, such as spectrophotometers, calorimeters, flame photometers, or computer-controlled analyzers. Operate laboratory equipment to analyze samples and analyze laboratory findings.
Prepare and write Scientific Manuscripts and presents relevant findings to the Federal Task Leader and other collaborators as needed.
Organize manuscripts: introduction, methods, results and discussion with figures sufficient to publish in leading publications; prepare and compile data into reports, PowerPoint and poster formats as needed.
Learn new laboratory techniques and procedures by interpreting research or operational data.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree and at least 4 years of experience in Biomedical Sciences.
Demonstrated experience working in the research laboratory environment.
Computer skills to include MS Office Suite.
Minimum Qualifications:
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with non-technical and technical staff.
Detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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This position is contingent upon contract award.
Requisition ID: 7132
Full-time