Biomedical Research Associate I

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Conduct laboratory research for the Blood and Shock Resuscitation Department in reference to established project management plan while adhering to federal, state, and local statutes, rules and regulations
• Conduct web-bench assays to include, but not limited to, PCR, ELISA, western blot, BCA, protein extraction, etc.
• Assist PIs in the maintenance of lab documentation, lab upkeep, data analysis, and training of new personnel
• Set-up, maintain and calibrate electronic physiological devices with PC based data acquisition and control systems
• Perform microscopic analysis using multiple microscopy techniques such as, but not limited to fluorescence and confocal microscopy
• Maintain and organize digital archive of photomicrographs
• Perform general microbiological and cell culture methods
• Performs data collection, management, and analysis for preparation for publication
• Maintains laboratory notebooks
• Track and maintain inventory of tissue samples
• Maintains organization of laboratory areas, and maintains and order all pertinent supplies related to protocols
• Assists in submitting manuscripts, posters and abstracts to relevant journals and meetings
• Plans, organizes, and accomplishes assignments
• Assist with developing, writing, and maintenance of SOPs and protocols along with correspondence with the IRB to ensure compliance with all regulations set by the Individual Review Board (IRB), Department of Defense (DOD), World Health Organization (WHO), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Army Human Research Protection Office (AHRPO) and the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB)
• Maintain SOPs for review and approval by Capability Area Manager and monitors compliance with DoD / Army safety procedures and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), Clinical Laboratory Improvement Program (CLIP), and the College of American Pathologist (CAP) regulations
• Coordinates work to ensure smooth operation, proper delivery of services, and effective customer support
• Comply with all Department of Defense, U.S. Army, USAISR and other Governmental regulatory requirements with special emphasis on safety and security
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor

REQUIRED DEGREE / EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION :

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in biology, physiology, chemistry, or related field is required;

however, research experience will be taken into consideration in lieu of a degree on a case-by-case basis

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE :

• Two (2) years with web benchwork (including, but not limited to, examples listed above) to demonstrate sufficient capability to operate in a laboratory environment
• One plus (1+) years with laboratory notebook keeping or recordkeeping

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE :

Trauma related biomedical research in a DoD environment highly desired

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE :

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Candidates must be able to pass a favorable adjudicated National Agency Check with Inquiries

The Alaka ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries.

Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement;

paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.