Technical Support - Therapeutics Discovery

Technical Support - Therapeutics Discovery

***This position requires an active Public Trust clearance or the ability to obtain a   Public Trust clearance to be considered. ***

As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen.

The position will offer laboratory assistance for MBD research, operating in a BSL-2 environment. Responsibilities include supporting basic and applied research on emerging threats, aiding in scientific studies, and performing tasks such as basic cell culture, 3D bioprinting, stem cell maturation, spheroid/organoid development, PCR, high-throughput screening assays, and high-throughput sequencing on infectious agents. Additional duties may involve animal procedures, data analysis, and maintenance of laboratory equipment.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Technical Support - Therapeutics Discovery: $60,000

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Technical Support - Therapeutics Discovery Responsibilities Include: 

• Assist in planning, executing, and evaluating high-throughput screening projects for antibacterial, antiviral, and antitoxin therapeutic areas, including the development of novel assays/methods.
• Conduct in vitro and in vivo microbiological experiments, utilizing techniques like enzymatic assays, cell-based assays, Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) assays, and plaque assays.
• Support BSL-2 mouse studies, including animal inoculations, specimen collection, and analysis using immunological procedures like ELISA and Western blot.
• Prepare technical reports, SOPs, and manuscripts, and present research findings at scientific conferences, with possible CONUS travel.
• Assess and maintain BSL-2 laboratory supplies, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidance and coordinating supply orders with Division resources.
• Perform operations and training in animal manipulations for BSL-2 animal studies, handling bacterial and viral pathogens for in vitro and in vivo studies.
• Provide monthly Research Technical Reports and communicate unexpected data/results or task-related issues to the Lead/PI or TPOC.
• Maintain an orderly laboratory environment, coordinate supply orders, and assist in training new personnel.
• Participate in regular laboratory decontamination, cleaning, and maintenance of instruments and equipment.
• Document sample processing, protocol design, and data management, ensuring compliance with current CGS and Institutional requirements. Cross-train and provide Technical Support to other areas within MBD as needed. Present research findings at monthly lab meetings and attend scientific discussions weekly.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Technical Support - Therapeutics Discovery Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: 

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field such as Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline.
• Proficient in high-throughput screening techniques for antibacterial, antiviral, and antitoxin therapeutic areas.
• Expertise in basic cell culture, stem cell maturation, 3D bioprinting, and spheroid/organoid development.
• Strong capabilities in screening molecular compound libraries for therapeutic efficacy.
• Proficient in in vitro assays, including enzymatic assays, cell-based phenotypic and reporter assays, MIC, and plaque assays.
• Advanced skills in molecular biology techniques such as gene cloning, gel electrophoresis, Western blots, and transcriptomics.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNIH, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Similar searchable job titles

• Research Scientist - Drug Discovery
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Keywords 

• Biotechnology Support
• Pharmaceutical Assistance
• Drug Development Technical Aid
• Therapeutics Research Guidance
• Biomedical Solutions Support

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