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Research Technician - Vector Biology

Employer
General Dynamics
Location
Silver Spring, Maryland, US
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Dec 6, 2021

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Sector
Academic / Research
Field
Conservation science
Discipline
Biology
Salary Type
Salary
Employment Type
Full time
Type of Requisition:
Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
None

Suitability:
No Suitability Required

Public Trust/Other Required:
NACI (T1)

Job Family:
Scientists

Job Description:

GDIT is seeking a research assistant to provide technical support services necessary to perform entomological research in support of the Entomology Branch at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR).

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Assist with the preparation and stewardship of laboratory reagents, methodology, equipment, biological materials and other materials pertaining to experiment execution and laboratory cleanliness and safety.
  • Work collaboratively to achieve the above. May require working evenings and weekends
  • Experience with all cell culture, microbiological, molecular and other applicable techniques and methodology, Biological Safety Level 2 safety procedures, use of laboratory personal protective equipment, be familiar with WRAIR safety standard operating procedures (SOP), and attend WRAIR annual safety courses and other training, as offered.
  • Cultivate and continually maintain parasites, viruses, etc. in tissue culture and maintain laboratory records of parasite/virus growth and differentiation. The contractor will monitor parasite/virus development in infected vectors and in vivo animal infections by dissection and microscopic examination or molecular techniques, as appropriate, and maintain laboratory records of parasite/viral development and propagation.


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • BS in Biological Sciences
  • 1-2 years of experience with malaria and/or leishmania parasites and/or insect rearing is preferred.
  • Experience working with insect vectors (fruit flies and diverse mosquito species) in support of host-pathogen studies and/or vector control.
  • Experience testing and evaluating vector control products
  • Support insectary maintenance and rearing of mosquito and fruit flies


WHAT GDIT CAN OFFER YOU:

  • 401K with company match
  • Customizable health benefits packages
  • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
  • Challenging work that makes a real impact on the world around you
  • Full-flex work week

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
None

Telecommuting Options:
Telecommuting Not Allowed

Work Location:
USA MD Silver Spring

Additional Work Locations:

This position requires being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by January 18, 2022 or the start date, if after January 18. Individuals who work in or reside in Florida, Montana, Tennessee, Texas, or work outside of the United States may be excluded from this requirement. We are GDIT. The people supporting some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We deliver. Bringing the expertise needed to understand and advance critical missions. We transform. Shifting the ways clients invest in, integrate, and innovate technology solutions. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. We are there. On the ground, beside our clients, in the lab, and everywhere in between. Offering the technology transformations, strategy, and mission services needed to get the job done.GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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