Type of Requisition:

Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Public Trust/Other Required:

NACI (T1)

Job Family:

Research

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Entomology, Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), Vector Borne Diseases

Certifications:

None

Experience:

2 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

GDIT is seeking a Senior Technician to support a project for Metagenomic Detection of Militarily Relevant Infectious Diseases in Environmental Samples and Arthropod Vectors. This work is in support of the Walter Reed Army institute of Research (WRAIR) Entomology Branch’s, Walter Reed Biosystematic Unit (WRBU).Responsibilities:Develop, validate and implement Illumina/ NGS sequencing of multiple sample types (environmental, vertebrate and invertebrate) for the detection of pathogens. This may include development of primers for isothermal and melting curve assays and qPCR and the development of primers and probes for real-time PCR assays.Develop pathogen identification assays both molecular and non- molecular platforms.Develop standard operating procedures to formalize testing procedures using these assays so that multiple testing entities may produce comparable data suitable for use in surveillance programs.Provide vector identification support services, including identification services and training, for DoD costumers and research collaborators upon request.Provide at least two peer reviewed scientific publication/year as first or senior author and participate in internal seminars presenting results of current studies at least twice/year.Participate in scientific interactions and/or collaborations with other WRAIR Branch members and other labs within the U.S. Military Entomology Research Program.Initiate and maintain collaborative relationships with external partners, including various international and non-governmental organizations to coordinate RDT&E efforts toward understanding and reducing the risk of vector-borne and other environmental diseases.Assist in the planning, organization, and conduct of research and development of new SOPs, assay and implementing techniques as required.Write research grant proposals, and under the Research Director’s review and approval, submit for funding support, conduct research studies under supervision of the Research Director.Provide technical advice on the Unit operations and participate in resolution of all problems.Acquire and maintain training/certifications required for the position, duties, and responsibilities. May require working evenings and weekends.Maintain a safe workplace ensuring appropriate safety and occupational health rules and regulations are observed.Attend all safety training relative to the position and report any infractions to the facility Safety Officer.Qualifications: B.S. in entomology or life sciences filed. M.S. highly preferred.Exhibit and maintain effective technical knowledge, skills and abilities in the following areas: molecular biology, vector biology, bioinformatics, molecular genetics, and vector-borne diseases of military and global health importance.Expertise in the detection and characterization of novel, emerging and emergent pathogens.

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The likely salary range for this position is $52,270 - $66,700. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA MD Silver Spring

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

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We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

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