Lab Technician Ii

Lab Technician II (MT or MLT)  --  Silver Spring, MD

Join the team who values your skills and expertise. Cherokee Nation Operational Solutions (CNOS) provides professional services and innovative products to federal and commercial clients. CNOS helps you make the most of your skills by taking a personalized approach to solving clients' toughest challenges. This approach gives customers the support they deserve and the quality they expect from a team that can handle every detail - a team of experts, like you.

Cherokee Nation Operational Solutions is part of Cherokee Federal - a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies focused on building solutions, solving complex challenges, and serving the nation's mission around the globe for more than 60 federal clients. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com.

SUMMARY:

Performs laboratory procedure and experiments as required for the phenotypic and genotypic characterization of multi-drug resistant organisms (MDRO).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Includes the following:

• Serve as a laboratory technician working under the supervision of a principal investigator (Research/Clinical Scientist) or contractor laboratory manager/supervisor in performing laboratory procedure and experiments as required for the phenotypic and genotypic characterization of MDRO
• Perform experimental work including serological assays, chemical assays, genetic and molecular biology procedures, growth of solid and liquid cultures
• Perform routine laboratory duties required for the smooth and safe operation of laboratory such as maintaining a supply of clean glassware, properly disposing of hazardous biological and chemical waste, preparing reagents, and maintaining an inventory of laboratory chemicals
• Collect and process blood specimens from submitting laboratories
• Send the shipping supplies to submitting facilities and laboratories
• Verify analytic accuracy, precision, sensitivity and references ranges for test methods
• Work with Physician to analyze results and conduct more difficult, non-routine tests
• Maintain a laboratory notebook in which accurate and complete records of laboratory work is maintained in accordance with accepted standards
• Follow laboratory SOPs and specific written experimental protocols as well as oral instructions in performing assigned experimental work
• Submit reports and data summaries when applicable
• Comply with occupational health and safety standards and other applicable regulations and guidelines which may include medical surveillance
• Participate in the development of research protocols and grant proposals and in the conduct of research related to MRSN activities
• Attend relevant seminars, scientific conferences and meetings to the MRSN
•  Operate systems/methodologies in order to produce timely and accurate data for patients, Quality Control (QC), and proficiency testing
• Ensures quality specimens for laboratory testing
• Report clinical data accurately and efficiently to ensure givers receive timely patient information
• Works to improve and expand the skill set of others involved with this effort by communicating and maintaining team knowledge
• performs other job-related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISOR/MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

This position will not have supervisory authority.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• AS or BS in Biology, Chemistry or Microbiology
• 3-5 years of experience in clinical microbiology or molecular biology outside of an academic setting
• Must possess an active Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Technician (MT) certification.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Familiarity with the processing of microbial identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing data generated on the three most widely used automated systems: Phoenix, Microscan, and Vitek2
• Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment using critical thinking skills and decisive judgement with minimal supervision
• Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, walking, lifting, grasping and repetitive motion.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds
• Occasional stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling climbing, and overhead lifting
• Successfully pass a federal background check and a drug screen
• Cherokee Federal employees are included as covered employees in U.S. Presidential Executive Order 14042, which mandates Covid vaccines for federal contractors. Executive Order 14042 is currently blocked from enforcement pending court proceedings. Therefore, Cherokee Federal is halting the application of the mandate; however, if the injunction is lifted, Cherokee Federal will restore administration of the vaccine requirement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a climate-controlled laboratory environment.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $50,000   - $60,000  annually

 Cherokee Nation Operational Solutions offers a competitive benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans for regular full-time employees, 401(k) with 100% match up to 6%, life insurance, paid time off and more.  Paid sick leave is provided in accordance with applicable law.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Cherokee Federal is a collective group of subsidiary companies of Cherokee Nation Businesses (CNB). CNB is the economic engine of Cherokee Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the U.S. As a trusted partner, the Cherokee Federal team of companies manages nearly 2,000 projects of all sizes across the construction, engineering and manufacturing, and mission solutions portfolios - ranging from advanced data analytics and telehealth to cybersecurity, cloud and logistics.

Since 2012, our team of companies has won $6 billion in government contracts and completed more than 5,300 federal missions.  Our 3,600+ employees work in 20+ countries, 50 states and 2 U.S. territories.

Why Cherokee Federal? Visit cherokee-federal.com to learn why you should join our team!

Compliance

Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, union affiliation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We conform to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations governing all aspects of the relationship between the Company and its employees, including, but not limited to, recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies. The policies and principles of EEO also apply to the selection and treatment of independent contractors, personnel working on our premises who are employed by temporary agencies and any other persons or firms doing business for or with the Company.

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Cherokee Federal is a division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, the economic engine of Cherokee Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the U.S. As a trusted partner, the Cherokee Federal team of companies manages nearly 2,000 projects of all sizes across the construction, engineering and manufacturing and mission solutions portfolios - ranging from advanced data analytics and telehealth to cybersecurity, cloud and logistics.

Since 2012, our team of companies has won $6 billion in government contracts and completed more than 5,300 federal missions. Our 3,600+ employees work in 20+ countries, 50 states and 2 U.S. territories.

Why Cherokee Federal? Visit Cherokee-Federal.com to learn why you should join our team! 

Applicants selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, union affiliation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We conform to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations governing all aspects of the relationship between the Company and its employees, including, but not limited to, recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies. The policies and principles of EEO also apply to the selection and treatment of independent contractors, personnel working on our premises who are employed by temporary agencies and any other persons or firms doing business for or with the Company.

Join the team who values your skills and expertise. Cherokee Nation Operational Solutions (CNOS) provides professional services and innovative products to federal and commercial clients. CNOS helps you make the most of your skills by taking a personalized approach to solving clients' toughest challenges. This approach gives customers the support they deserve and the quality they expect from a team that can handle every detail - a team of experts, like you.

Cherokee Nation Operational Solutions is part of Cherokee Federal - a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies focused on building solutions, solving complex challenges, and serving the nation's mission around the globe for more than 60 federal clients. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com.