Research Associate
- Employer
- Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research
- Location
- Frederick, MD, USA
- Start date
- Jan 12, 2019
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- Discipline
- Science/R&D, Research
- Required Education
- Bachelors Degree
- Position Type
- Full time
- Hotbed
- BioCapital
Job Details
KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES
The RAI employee will be responsible for performing laboratory tests within the Clinical Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory. Primary duties will involve:
- Isolation of RNA and DNA from patient samples
- Performance of clinical assays in strict compliance with standard operating procedures and lab policies
- Complete and accurate documentation of laboratory activities
- Participation in meetings to review results
- Performing clinically validated molecular assays utilizing sound judgment
- Receiving and registering clinical specimens
- Performing assay validations
- Contributing to maintenance of all equipment
- Obtaining required documentation such as Certificates of Analysis, enter samples, reagents, etc. into databases and logs
- Working directly with RAII's and RAIII, as well as independently with the technical supervisor's guidance.
- Strict record keeping
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university according to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education). Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency
- In addition to the educational requirements, a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a regulated laboratory setting
- Must be able to function both independently and as a team member
- Must demonstrate good laboratory practice; such as following SOPs; advanced data reporting techniques, mathematics and statistics
- GMP/GLP and/or CLIA experience, which may include: proficiencies and competencies, assay validations, instrument validations, and additional performance testing. Ability to determine if an assay has passed or failed and demonstrate corrective actions, if required.
- Experience in equipment maintenance
- Experience drafting SOPs
- Experience with basic PCR and DNA extraction/isolation
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous clinical laboratory experience and handling patient samples
- Experience in DNA and RNA isolations with multiple tissues, especially with FFPE specimens
- Experience with Next Generation Sequencing, Nanostring applications, Lab-on-a-Chip platforms
- Previous experience with Microsoft Excel, LIMS systems, and FileMaker Pro
Expected Competencies:
- Ability to multi task and work well within a team
- Good communication skills
- Demonstrates excellent organizational skills and keen attention to detail
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) | Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) | Drug Free Workplace (DFW)
Company
A rewarding career with global impact
Whether you’re an expert in your field or just starting out, we have a career opportunity for you. We’re always looking for people to join us in fulfilling the mission of the Frederick National Laboratory: discovery, innovation, and success in the biomedical sciences.
Our team of 2,400+ scientists, technicians, administrators, and support staff work at the forefront of basic, translational, and preclinical science, with a focus on cancer, AIDS, and other infectious diseases.
We collaborate with colleagues across the National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, and others throughout the National Institutes of Health. We also engage with extramural investigators in academia, government and industry.
Your path to joining our team begins with the desire to work for the only national laboratory dedicated to biomedical research. Our employees share a common desire to help make a difference in cancer research and public health concerns. As you search for a career that fits your education, skills, and abilities, explore the core values that guide us and emphasize work-life balance.
Discover why joining the Frederick National Laboratory team could be the most important career step you take
- Website
- https://frederick.cancer.gov/
- Phone
- 301-846-1000
- Location
-
8560 Progress Drive
Frederick
MD
21701
US
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