The Alaka'ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is looking for a qualified Laboratory Technician to support the CDC in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Laboratory Technician will receive samples, verify accompanying information, and accession them electronically into the database. This position labels, sorts, transfers specimens, and runs query lists in order to process specimens daily. The Lab Technician also locates and separates aliquoted specimens that will be processed for testing or shipping. Additional duties may include:

Assist in programming laboratory equipment to conduct necessary diagnostic testing or research. Perform diagnostic testing, as specified by the Chief of the Laboratory (e.g. ELISA and PCR for detection of human pathogens) proficiently. Archive specimens that have been completed for testing. Collect, tabulate, and report test results to database. Conduct assessment of procedures and communicate results to supervisor. Maintain basic laboratory records of instrument operating procedures and other pertinent data in compliance with Quality Management Standards (QMS) established for CDC laboratories. Participate in training for use of laboratory equipment and adherence to and QMS standards, safety, select agent, and facility security requirements.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

Bachelors Degree Required.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum two (2) years' experience as a Laboratory Technician.

REQUIRED SECURITY AND CLEARANCE:

U.S. Citizen Ability to pass a Tier I background investigation.

 

The Alaka'ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries; a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 10 paid holidays. Kapili Government Services is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees.

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kūpono Government Services, and Kapili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kīkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC.  Alaka`ina Foundation activities under the 501(c)3 principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

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