Laboratory Technician III

Laboratory Technician 3- Fredericks, MD, US

Cherokee Nation Assurance (CNA) delivers a broad spectrum of professional management consulting services to its defense, health, environmental and civilian agency clients. To assist clients in achieving their goals, CNA provides a tailored management approach for complex government programs and disciplines including health information technology, research & science, program management, communications, correspondence and document management, governance and administrative support. Wholly owned by Cherokee Nation, CNA is part of the Cherokee Nation Businesses family of companies.

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SUMMARY: The contractor will provide technical laboratory support in the tasks of maintaining an ISO Guide 34 accredited reference materials producer of microbial materials. This includes, but is not limited to, strain accession, production of seed and production material, strain characterization studies, inventory management, and distribution activities. Additional research activities may be included in this scope.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform PCR
• Perform Microarray analysis
• Perform next generation sequencing
• Prepare written work on related research
• Work in BSL 2/3 laboratories

SUPERVISORY/MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

• This position will not have supervisory authority.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in a science discipline
• Preferred minimum of 2 years’ experience in a laboratory
• US citizenship

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experience in Microbiology Techniques
• Experience with Molecular and Immunological Techniques
• Experience with PCR analysis
• Experience with sequencing is helpful
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Attention to details; accurate record keeping
• Willingness to work in BSL-2/3 high containment laboratories
• Maintain a clean, safe laboratory environment
• Ability to work in a matrixed, team-oriented environment involving multiple projects
• Ability to secure and maintain a security clearance and enrollment in the Biosurety Personnel Reliability Program (BPRP)
• Preferred prior clinical diagnostics and regulatory laboratory experience
• Motivated team player
• Excellent communication skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is conducted in a climate-controlled office or laboratory
• Applicants selected will be subject to a US Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

About Cherokee Federal

With $400 million in annual revenue, 20% growth per year, approximately 950+ active contracts serving 60+ government agencies in 25 countries, 47 states, 2 territories and 2000+ employees, Cherokee Nation Businesses’ (CNB) group of Federal Contracting Section 8(a) companies is well positioned to deliver expertise needed to solve complex technical issues. Federal Solutions provides an array of services for 12 of the 15 cabinet-level departments and agencies – from applications and data services to cybersecurity and national defense.

Why consider Cherokee Nation and our Federal Solutions business? Here are some great resources highlighting what we do and compelling reasons for joining our team!

https://cherokee-federal.com/

http://cherokeenationbusinesses.com/careers/Pages/home.aspx

http://cherokeenationbusinesses.com/federalSolutions/Pages/overview.aspx

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, gender identity and sexual orientation. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please copy and paste the links to the following two sites: EEO Statement | EEO Poster

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may email “CNB.Compliance @cn-bus.com” for assistance. This email address is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the application process or status.

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We maintain an Affirmative Action Plan for the purpose of proactively seeking employment and advancement for qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Upon request, we will schedule time to make our Affirmative Action Plan accessible. If you are interested, please submit a written request with the email subject line: 2018 Request to View Affirmative Action Plan to the Compliance Administrator at “CNB.Compliance @cn-bus.com” This email box is not for resumes or follow up on job applications.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Laboratory Experience: 3 years (Preferred)

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
• Innovative -- innovative and risk-taking