Laboratory Technician
GuidehouseAbout the role
Job Family:
Laboratory Animal Technician (Digital)
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
We are currently searching for a Laboratory Technician. This role will support and manage the laboratory’s mice colonies. This is a full-time opportunity located in Bethesda, MD.
Perform a variety of laboratory techniques and procedures, including handling infectious agents, performing immune cell isolations, immunohistochemistry, tissue sectioning, fluorescence and brightfield microscopy.
Work with staff on the maintenance and screening of transgenic mouse colony.
Work with staff on the maintenance of laboratory cell lines.
Perform digital flow cytometry, ELISAs, DNARNA isolations, PCR, RT-PCR, quantitative PCR and Western blots.
Work with staff on the maintenance of laboratory logs and databases as well as prepare inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment, make recommendations, and prepare purchase requests.
Ensure that all specimens and equipment necessary for experiments are available and in good order.
Prepare specimens and equipment for use in the laboratory.
Work with staff to implement storage and distribution of biological samples for future scientific research.
Collect data and prepare for analysis and interpretation.
Ensure that supplies and consumables are ready and on hand as necessary for maximum efficiency in the laboratory.
Ensure that adequate clean inventory is available for immediate usage.
Plan and execute experiments for in vitro and in vivo studies, including cell culture, Western blotting, and immunofluorescence/immunohistochemistry.
Perform experiments on samples according to protocols.
Ensure that reagents are made correctly and that expired reagents or defective products are replaced to ensure validity of results.
Order and maintain laboratory supplies, reagents, and equipment.
Assist in troubleshooting and calibrating various laboratory equipment and instruments.
Provide technical help and expertise to lab members.
Work with staff to monitor and ensure that appropriate laboratory safety courses and certifications for staff are up to date.
Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and/or PowerPoint.
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What You Will Need:
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Life Sciences, or related discipline.
A minimum of TWO (2) years of experience in managing mice colonies experience.
Have experience in performing a variety of laboratory techniques and procedures, including handling infectious agents, performing immune cell isolations, immunohistochemistry, tissue sectioning, fluorescence and brightfield microscopy.
Previous experience in maintaining laboratory cell lines.
Experience in maintaining and screening transgenic mouse colonies.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Experience in the field of Neuroimmunology preferred.
Experience with Purchasing Online Tracking System (POTS).
At least FIVE (5) years of experience in a laboratory setting preferred.
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 Assis
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