Training Coordinator/Primary Instructor (Biological Warfare Agents)

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) has a potential need for a Field Identification of Biological Warfare Agents (FIBWA) Training Coordinator/Primary Instructor to support our government customer located in Fort Detrick, Frederick, MD.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate within the unit to ensure program responsibilities and between other government agencies to ensure requests for training are scheduled and coordinated appropriately.
• Oversee the daily operation of the classroom and teaching laboratory spaces. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: procurement, inventory and stocking of supplies, calibration and maintenance of scientific equipment, training of support staff, writing and maintaining SOPs, inventory and property documents and ensuring projects are performed in compliance with DoD/Army safety procedures, CLIP, GLP and other regulations that may be applicable.
• Collaborate with the Education & Training Branch Chief and FIBWA Medical Director to develop and maintain Point of Instructions for each course in support of the accreditation processes. At least annually, review curriculum for updates based on advancing technologies and customer demand. Provide recommended updates.
• Plan and execute complex training scenarios as the primary instructor for the FIBWA courses (3 designated and ad hoc courses based on customer demand).
• Prepare course materials prior to each course. Materials will include hardcopy training instructions, all reagents and equipment necessary for course work, and biological samples for analysis.
• Provide both didactic and kinesthetic training on current FIBWA programmatic course material.
• Evaluate student performance, for both on-going concept mastery, as well as through tests and situational exercises that demonstrate competency of material taught. Provide course critique summary and metrics for each class conducted.
• Represent the FIBWA course to other customers through briefings, demonstrations, and participation in working groups or other forums. Prepare between 150 and 175 proficiency test (PT) samples per year to support the FIBWA QA/PT program.
• Participate in the test and evaluation of new technologies and sample processing protocols to improve the FIBWA courses and forward laboratory concept of operations.
• Serve on operational mission teams, domestically and internationally as needed, to include performance of a full array of diagnostic support activities for diagnostic support at a BSL-2 level of operations. Provide support to DSD BSL-2 laboratory as required.
• Provide supplementary technical laboratory support to Special Pathogens Laboratory and the National CDC LRN Sections of the Department as necessary.
• Prepare and provide a FIBWA Training report detailing the specifics of the course, challenges presented, and areas of improvement and sustainment within 5 business days of course completion.
• CONUS/OCONUS travel may be required in support of the diagnostic mission and/or presentation of scientific research. The Contractor is required to maintain a valid U.S. passport.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

Minimum of Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Biology, or a related field.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 5 years lab experience,
• Must be experienced with handling both bacterial and viral pathogens for in vitro and in vivo studies with preferred experience in bsl-2, bsl-3, and bsl-4 biocontainment labs.

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

• U.S. Citizen
• Must be able to obtain an active Secret clearance.
• Must have a valid U.S. passport

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The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible full-time employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees

“EOE, including Disability/Vets” OR “Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans”

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, Kūpono Government Services, and Kāpili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kīkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com

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