Job Family:Laboratory Technician
Travel Required:None
Clearance Required:Ability to Obtain Public Trust
What You Will Do:We are currently searching for a Lab Manager to provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD.
- Support day-to-day laboratory operations, ensuring a well-organized, efficient, and productive research environment.
- Maintain laboratory equipment, coordinate routine maintenance, calibration and repair schedules.
- Develop and implement organizational systems for reagents, consumables, samples, and shared equipment.
- Assist in onboarding new lab members and provide guidance on laboratory procedures and best practices.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for laboratory safety, ensuring compliance with NIH, NHLBI, and federal regulations governing biosafety, chemical safety, and radiation safety (if applicable).
- Maintain and update Safety Data Sheets (SDS), chemical inventories, and biological material records.
- Coordinate safety training for lab personnel and ensure timely completion of required certifications.
- Conduct regular laboratory safety inspections and facilitate corrective actions as needed.
- Liaise with NIH Safety and other regulatory bodies as required.
- Ensure an organized and efficient laboratory space.
- Manage procurement of laboratory supplies, reagents, and equipment.
- Track and reconcile laboratory budgets and purchasing records in coordination with staff.
- Maintain inventory systems to ensure critical supplies are always available.
- Evaluate vendor relationships and identify opportunities for improved pricing or quality.
- Perform and support a range of molecular biology and biochemistry techniques, including but not limited to (1) DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, cloning, and gel electrophoresis, (2) protein expression, purification, and analysis, (3) cell culture and transfection (as applicable); (4) preparation of buffers, reagents, and experimental solutions; (5) preparation of lab experimental materials.
- Maintain detailed and accurate laboratory records and protocols.
- Incumbent capture, no other candidates were considered due to incumbent candidate identified. They meet the labor category requirements provided by the customer.
What You Will Need:- Bachelor's degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of FOUR (4) years of laboratory experience.
- Proficiency in core molecular biology and biochemistry techniques.
- Demondstrated knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
- Ability to adapt to evolving research needs.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "public trust"; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.
What Would Be Nice To Have:- Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
The annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00-$124,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
- Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
- Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
- Employee Referral Program
- Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
- Care.com annual membership
- Employee Assistance Program
- Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
- Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
