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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Biomarker Repository Technician to provide research support administration services for our government customer in Frederick, MD. In this role you will assist in the development and execution of protocols for biomarker verification in BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 environments.

Regular hours of work with the possibility of Weekends or extra weekly hours if needed.

What You'll Be Doing:

Assist in the development and independently execute protocols for biomarker verification in collaboration with the project Lead/PI.Perform experiments in BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 environments as required.Conduct next-generation sequencing, Nanostring immunological and inflammatory panels, Luminex-based platforms, miRNA quantification, and other molecular diagnostic techniques.Detect etiologic agents within animal and clinical samples.Perform laboratory work requiring expertise in small animal handling.Assist in the preparation of technical reports and manuscripts for publication.Conduct novel sample collection, concentration, and processing, including Nanotrap Concentration and DNA/mRNA purification from NHP and human clinical matrices.Present protocols and data at weekly meetings as requested.Identify unexpected or invalid results and troubleshoot assay and instrument issues with the project Lead/PI.Travel CONUS/OCONUS to support diagnostic missions and present scientific research.Establish and maintain responsibility for a biosample repository for biomarker evaluation and verification.Perform clinical sample testing for priority BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 animal studies or human clinical sample surveillance studies.Train new laboratory members in project-specific techniques and methods.Serve as the laboratory supervisor for assigned laboratory spaces, ensuring safety, functionality, and stocking requirements.Consolidate and analyze biomarker data and repository metadata for technical reports, presentations, and manuscripts.Support the planning, preparation, and execution of approximately 5-8 projects per year.Contribute to Biomarker Quarterly and Annual Reports for associated projects.Manage and analyze Biomarker Data for assigned projects.Author, review, and revise Biomarker SOPs as required.Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

Bachelors degree or equivalent training and expertise in small animal handling.Experience with cell culture and handling biological samples.Proficiency in molecular techniques including NGS library preparation and data analysis, Nanostring assays, Luminex multiplex assays, PCR (including RT-PCR and qPCR), miRNA quantification, and nucleic acid purification.Experience working in BSL-2 and ideally BSL-3 laboratories (BSL-4 experience is a significant advantage).Experience handling infectious agents and complex assays.Must be a able to obtain and maintain a NACI clearanceBPRP enrollment required.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $18.94 - $33.17

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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