Laboratory Technician

Job Family :
Laboratory Technician (Digital)

Travel Required :
None

Clearance Required :
Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do :
We are currently searching for a Laboratory Technician to support research in our lab which includes coordination of research tasks with the Principal Investigator (PI) and other members of the lab, conducting experiments, generating, analyzing, and interpreting data as well as drafting data and method summaries for scientific presentations and publications. This position will support development of advanced complex 2D co-cultures/3D in vitro models of the female reproductive tract using human cell cultures using a variety of techniques supporting molecular mechanistic and translational toxicology research. The position will provide technical mentoring to trainees and other lab staff. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Durham, NC.

• Perform quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy of each test system, sample processing, storage, and inventory of samples.
• Work with staff to implement storage and distribution of biological samples for future scientific research.
• 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.
• Perform routine experiments and tests such as tissue culture, cell separation, protein, and quantitative and qualitative analysis; plan and execute experiments for in vitro and in vivo studies, using cell culture, Western blotting, and immunofluorescence/immunohistochemistry techniques.
• Train staff in performing routine laboratory tests and procedures.
• Maintain stocked supplies and records of working reagents, including fixatives, buffers, solvents, and stains. Ensure that all specimens and equipment necessary for experiments are available and in good order. Ensure that supplies and consumables are ready and on hand as necessary for maximum efficiency in the laboratory.
• Assist in troubleshooting and calibrating various laboratory equipment and instruments. Perform regularly scheduled maintenance and generate maintenance reports for equipment.
• Maintain and update laboratory notebooks and databases; enter experimental data into spreadsheets and conduct statistical analysis.
• Engage in problem solving as required to solve technical difficulties and ensure steady progress with a goal of providing high quality experimental data suitable for publication.

What You Will Need :

• Bachelor's Degree
• A minimum of THREE 3 years of laboratory experience.
• Be familiar with common laboratory techniques such as pipetting, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), qPCR, RT-PCR, RT-qPCR, gel electrophoresis, SDS-PAGE, Nucleic Acid Extraction and quantification, DNA and RNA purification, transfections, cell culture, primary cell culture, 3D-Cell culture, microarray, Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) or Western Blotting.

What Would Be Nice To Have :

• Preferred areas of study are biology, molecular biology, or environmental science.
• NIH experience beneficial
• Proficient in MS Office skills
• Animal Handling: Mouse
• Experience conducting routine laboratory activities such as equipment maintenance, inventory management and supply procurement.
• Data Analysis and Presentation
• Knowledgeable in writing SOPs and manuscripts.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Care.com annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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