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Job Description:

• Biological Technician 0 – Microbiology and Immunology

  Frederick, MD

  Ready to put your scientific expertise to work in detecting bio-threat agents domestically and across the globe? We are seeking a Biological Technician to support and facilitate biological research for the rapid detection of infectious diseases of global importance and the enhancement of global disease surveillance for early pathogen detection and response.  This position resides at Fort Detrick in Frederick, MD. 

  Responsibilities:

• Support virology, bacteriology, and toxinology studies in biosafety level (BSL)-2 and BSL-3 containment.
• Develop lateral flow immunoassays against bacterial, viral and biological toxin targets.
• Produce and distribute lateral flow assays based on customer demands.
• Conduct training for lateral flow assay end-users.
• Produce polyclonal and monoclonal antibodies against a variety of biological threat agents.
• Produce affinity purified antibodies using antigen materials to include Biological Select Agents and Toxins (BSAT) or BSAT derivatives.
• Continually improve Quality Management System to meet applicable accreditation standards.
• Ensure laboratory operations at BSL-2 and BSL-3 are conducted according to all Federal, DoD, State and local regulations.
• Develop and produce immunoassays for the detection of biological threat agents.
• Develop and produce immunoassays for conformance testing of purified antibodies.
• Conduct test & evaluation of current or new immunoassay platforms of interest to DoD and other Federal agencies.
• Conduct training on antibodies, immunoassay platforms, and immunoassays to end-users domestically and abroad.
• Maintain cell lines in tissue culture.

• Education/Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a biological science field.
• Experience:  3 years of practical experience in immunology is considered essential. The candidate must possess practical knowledge of immunoassay design and production and must have demonstrated the ability to perform competent work in a BSL-2 laboratory. The candidate should have a minimum of 1 year of experience in antibody purification, the development and production of immunoassays, and the detection of bio-threat agents. It is highly desirable that the candidate has experience working on methods for the production and testing of antibodies under an ISO Standard 17034 Quality Management System.
• Must meet all criteria for enrollment in the BPRP.
• Must currently possess or be able to pass all criteria for a Secret security clearance.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: 

$61,200.00 - $107,100.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!