Medical Laboratory Scientist (Medical Technologist)

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HJF is seeking a

Medical Laboratory Scientist (Medical Technologist) to preform research and/or development in collaboration with other scientific and technical staff. May exercise technical discretion in the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project strategies. The Contractor shall perform complex and general clinical pathology laboratory testing in support of USAMRIID’s mission within AAT. The Contractor is responsible for maintenance, operation, and quality assurance and quality control aspects of all clinical laboratory equipment and tests IAW all applicable regulations. The individual shall be willing to develop and learn new techniques when required and shall demonstrate an acceptable level of performance independently carrying out clinical pathology laboratory support to USAMRIID. Certification as a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist by a nationally recognized accreditation agency (ASCP or AMT) is required. Shall have experience in chemistry, hematology, and urinalysis, with experience in coagulation and microbiology highly desirable. Experience performing clinical pathology testing in BSL-3 and/or BSL-4 containment is highly desirable and knowledge of or experience with GLP work is preferred. The candidate shall be familiar with 21 CFR Part 58 (GLP for Nonclinical Laboratory Studies) and the QALs guidelines established by the ASVCP, and be able to maintain, operate, and troubleshoot all equipment and tests associated with AAT’s animal clinical pathology mission IAW these regulations and applicable USAMRIID SOPs.

This position will be in support of

United States Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID) Technical Research Support Services located at Fort Detrick in Frederick, MD. USAMRIID works closely with other U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command (USAMRDC) organizations, Department of Defense (DoD), the Interagency (including Interagency Laboratories), and private companies to accomplish its mission of protecting the Warfighter from biological threats and being prepared to investigate disease outbreaks or threats to public health. This includes conducting Research, Development, Testing, & Evaluation (RDTE) of medical countermeasure against biological threats and the safety, quality assurance, project management, and core support required for these research activities.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.