The Alaka'ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) has a need for a Laboratory Technician I to provide laboratory technical services to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Division of Vector Borne Diseases (DVBD) out of Fort Collins, CO.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Provide technical support related to the detection of arboviral diseases. All assignments and deadlines shall be made by the Diagnostics Sub Team Lead (or designee).
• Responsible for preparing assignments as directed and meeting all deadlines.
• Conducts highly specialized methods for the diagnosis of arbovirus infections.
• Conducts inventory management, accessioning, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Participates in trainings of public health laboratorians with occasional travel.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2-4 years specialized laboratory experience, to include experience working in containment
• Ability to follow and execute laboratory SOPs independently and with a high degree of quality assurance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills along with outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Energetic team presence with an eagerness to learn and collaborate with other members of the team.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong skills with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• 4 years of experience in a professional laboratory setting.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Public health laboratory experience.
• Experience with laboratory diagnostic assays.
• Experience with laboratory accreditation bodies and associated requirements.
• Experience with laboratory management/operational laboratory support and inventory management.
• Experience with DSAT compliance.
• Ability to communicate in writing and verbally that results in impactful publications and presentations.
• Ability to manage data and possess an in-depth knowledge or Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in public health, microbiological, biochemical, biomedical or similar science.

CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to pass a Tier 1 background investigation.

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 10 paid holidays. The Alaka`ina Foundation FOCs is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees.

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kpono Government Services, Kapili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities under the 501(c)3 principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

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