Assistant Scientist
MRIGlobal
Summary
Our laboratory, located in Gaithersburg, Maryland, is seeking to hire an entry level scientist to work in the Integrated Health, Surveillance, and Diagnostics Sample Analysis group. This staff member will become an integral part of our team receiving vital experience with sample preparation, tracking, and analysis, while gaining a thorough understanding of relevant federal regulations, QA/Safety/SOPs, and instrumentation.
Job description
With supervision, this position will perform technically based tasks and laboratory experimentation related to microbiology, immunology, and molecular biology applications according to established protocols and SOPs. The individual will perform on processing and analysis of environmental samples for the presence of potential biological threat agents. Assists with sample in-processing, DNA preparation, immunoassay and PCR analysis, data entry into laboratory information management system and sample management system, and general laboratory housekeeping duties. The individual will be responsible for proficiency in the use of all equipment and procedures for the assigned area(s) with strict adherence to quality control and quality assurance assessments.
Basic function
- Conducts technical tasks and laboratory experimentation under general supervision using established or project-specific protocols and SOPs
- Conducts experimental work on projects following established protocols and procedures
Minimum Qualifications
- B.S. or B.A. in Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related discipline
- Knowledge and/or experience in a laboratory environment, basic laboratory and analytical skills, and a solid scientific educational background with laboratory coursework
- PC skills and ability to learn new software and systems
- Ability to effectively communicate and interact with technical staff at all levels in a team-based environment
- Ability to work independently
- Detail oriented
- Adept time management skills, ability to work under pressure, multi-task, and be flexible
- Proficient oral and written communication skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
This will be a 5 day/8 hour 3rd shift position (8pm-4am) Tuesday - Saturday, subject to change depending on client's needs.
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. While a clearance is not required at the time of hire, selected candidates may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. In order to meet the government security investigation requirements, U.S. citizenship is a prerequisite.
Requirements
- B.S. or B.A. in Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related discipline
- Knowledge and/or experience in a laboratory environment
- Basic laboratory and analytical skills
- Solid scientific educational background with laboratory coursework
- PC skills and ability to learn new software and systems
- Ability to effectively communicate and interact with technical staff at all levels in a team-based environment
- Ability to work independently
- Detail oriented
- Adept time management skills, ability to work under pressure, multi-task, and be flexible
- Proficient oral and written communication skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
- U.S. citizenship is a prerequisite
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Gym Reimbursement
- Mental Health Support
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Matching
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Benefits
- Financial Education
Company overview
MRIGlobal is an independent, nonprofit applied research organization founded in 1944 and headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Originally established as the Midwest Research Institute, the organization has evolved into a world leader in applied science and technology research, serving government agencies, commercial businesses, and academic institutions. With approximately 201-500 employees and multiple locations across the United States, MRIGlobal specializes in translating new technologies to support better health outcomes for humans, animals, and the environment. The organization's diverse technical capabilities span national security and defense, energy and environment, life and animal sciences, agriculture and food safety, and transportation sectors. MRIGlobal has a distinguished history of collaboration with major federal agencies including NASA, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. Army, the National Cancer Institute, and the Department of Energy. The organization's expertise encompasses pharmaceutical research and clinical trial support, infectious disease biosurveillance and diagnostics development, biological and chemical threat agent detection, and laboratory management operations. As a trusted partner to government and industry, MRIGlobal delivers innovative solutions to complex biological, chemical, and engineering challenges through independent research and development services.