Laboratory Support Specialist I (#1725)

BACKGROUND

The National Biodefense Analysis and Countermeasures Center (NBACC) is a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) federal laboratory sponsored by the DHS Science and Technology Directorate and operated by the Battelle National Biodefense Institute, LLC (BNBI).

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Provides laboratory and technical support for the NBACC, the National Bioforensic Analysis Center (NBFAC), the National Biological Threat Characterization Center (NBTCC) and Infrastructure.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates degree (or equivalent experience) preferred.
• Experience in biomedical or containment laboratories desired.
• Desired skills include experience with general laboratory operations and support including familiarity with ISO 17025, working in biocontainment (BSL-3), and adherence to relevant safety guidelines and regulations.
• Well versed in the use of PC-based office automation and the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Proficiency and clarity in both written and oral communications are essential.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and proven track record of working independently and as a team player.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities.
• Current driver’s license and good driving record in order to operate Government Furnished Vehicle.
• Skills and experience to support laboratory activities and work in accordance with NBACC’s management system (e.g., ISO).
• Must be a citizen of the United States, able to obtain and maintain an interim secret clearance leading to a top secret clearance and suitability for DHS.
• Participation in the Immunization Program, Medical Surveillance Program and/or enrollment in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP) may be required, dependent upon position and/or business needs.
• May be required to participate in NBACC’s alternative work schedule and/or on-call schedule, dependent upon business needs.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs routine BSL-2 and BSL-3 laboratory support for the NBACC.
• Performs regular safety checks on emergency showers and eye flushing equipment.
• Cleans and mops change rooms and laboratories and collects, sterilizes, and removes containment waste.
• Stocks scrubs, towels, and laboratory supplies.
• Delivers compressed gas and liquid nitrogen cylinders to laboratories and support areas.
• Assists with shipping and receiving functions.
• Performs daily and weekly integrated pest management functions.
• Maintains and encourages the maintenance of a safe workplace. Attends safety trainings applicable to position and reports infractions of safety procedures to the NBACC Laboratory and Safety Managers immediately.
• Performs occasional local travel as required.
• Escorts vendors and technical representatives throughout the facility when necessary.
• Maintains appropriate records.
• Performs other assigned duties.

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