Biologist NIH

Cape Fox Facilities Services is seeking a Biologist to support of the overall functions of the Laboratory of Bacteriology (LB), Division of Intramural Research (DIR) - RML, Hamilton, MT.

The total hourly pay for this exempt position is $37.60 for up to 40 hours per week.  This rate represents the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting.  In addition, for eligible positions we offer a variety of benefits including specified holidays, paid leave, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, as well as 401K with company match. This job will be posted until filled or withdrawn.

Technical Requirements:

Biologist

Support highly collaborative research in high-containment BSL-3 facilities including:

• Burkholderia pseudomallei, Coxiella burnetii, and other priority pathogens.
• Perform a wide variety of complex experimental procedures involving sterile cell culture techniques such as passaging, cryopreservation, maintenance, etc. of eukaryotic primary and established cell lines.
• Maintain general lab upkeep, such as updating biospecimen repository databases for clinical specimens or lab-derived samples, maintain sample transfer and removal logs, maintain records for BSL-3 for lab users.
• Perform lab research work in ABSL/BSL-3 laboratories, able to complete necessary training and testing for Biosurety clearance.
• Keep up-to-date and follow protocols in the production of laboratory reagents.
• Perform standard bacteriological techniques that include bacterial stock preparation, scale-up, and characterization.
• Maintain detailed records of experiments, analyze data, and present oral or written results to others at NIH or for publication.
• Assist with ordering scientific reagents and equipment, including obtaining price quotes, tracking orders, inventory of materials, and restocking the laboratory.
• Maintain a safe workplace: must be aware of and adhere to appropriate safety and occupational health rules and regulations.
• Work as part of a team with well-developed written and oral communication skills.
• Assist and support in vitro and in vivo research (e.g., rodents) and operations with the ability to work in a ABSL-3.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 1 year experience or a Master’s Degree. For candidates with a Master’s Degree, a thesis is preferred.
• Documentation of BSL-3 experience and training is required for applicable candidates.
• Strict adherence to all safety requirements and protocols in a high containment BSL-3 laboratory environment.
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment including a PAPR breathing air hood.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English.
• Must be able to receive required vaccinations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Capacity to obtain and maintain a NIH Tier 3 elevated security clearance required for work in high containment laboratories and maintain active status in good standing in the NIH Biosurety program.
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours when experimental needs require.
• Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment

Cape Fox Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities to all persons and prohibit employment decisions on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or sexual orientation. Cape Fox Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates offer preference to Cape Fox Corporation shareholders, descendants and other Native Americans pursuant to Public Law 100-241. 

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