Research Tech II-Bacteriophage Silver Spring, MD, Onsite
- US, Walter Reed Army Institute of Research
- Research and Development
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About the role
Research Tech II-Bacteriophage, Silver Spring, MD, Onsite
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.
We are seeking a Bacteriophage Therapeutics Research Technician II to join our dynamic team in support of the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) Bacterial Diseases Branch, in the Wound Infections Department (WID). The mission of this department is to defeat combat related wound infections and research efforts are focused delivering novel solutions as prophylactics and/or treatments for combating Multidrug-resistant (MDR) infections.
What you will be doing
Perform research on phage therapeutics for microbial pathogens of military relevance and animal testing
Develop and recommend phage cocktails for the treatment of the ESKAPEE pathogens
Perform assays to include but not limited to genetic analysis PCR assays, plasmid profiles, biochemical and immunodiagnostic tests, mass spectrometry and organize and tabulate results of studies and prepare data summaries
Analyze and report experimental results from each technical research support area to stakeholders and leaders
Maintain accurate and appropriate research records including maintaining a laboratory notebook
Maintain laboratory operation to include insuring stocks of laboratory supplies and reagents, ordering supplies and preparing supply requests for approval, annual inventory of micro-organisms, annually updating of technical research support area SOPs, maintaining a supply of clean glassware, properly disposing of hazardous biological and chemical waste, preparing reagents, and maintaining an inventory of laboratory chemicals, orderliness and cleanliness
Assist in preparation and proper execution of animal use protocols
Work closely with Government and other Contractor personnel to plan, develop, and gain approval of human use protocols
Your profile
BS in biology or related field Years'
At least three (3) years previous experience as a laboratory technologist versed in the basic principles of sterile microbiological and tissue culture technique, and knowledge of operation of basic laboratory equipment
Must has experience in a BSL-2 environment
Additional Information:
*Onsite at Walter Reed Army Institute of Research in Silver Spring, MD*
Must obtain required occupational physical examinations, annual serological tests and NACI to conduct work in department laboratories.
Night and weekend hours may be required
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What ICON can offer you:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.
Our benefits examples include:
- Various annual leave entitlements
- A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
- Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
- Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
- Life assurance
- Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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