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Boston Government Services, LLC Research and Development Laboratory Support Technologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Research and Development Laboratory Support Technologist
Job Details
Job Location
SANDIA - NM - Albuquerque, NM
Position Type
Full Time On Site
Description
Boston Government Services (BGS) is seeking a Research & Development Laboratory Support Technologist to support our client in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Boston Government Services (BGS) is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of engineering and technical activities. We work to attract and retain the best talent because the best talent delivers the best results for our clients. Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our experience and capabilities to provide mission-driven solutions tuned to our client's mission needs and strategic direction.
We are passionate about our culture!At BGS, we hire people who will bring their whole self to work each day because we value operating with openness and inclusivity, welcoming and respecting all. BGS cares for each employees’ well-being by offering a comprehensive benefit package and providing a culture of exciting work, excellence, and fun.
If you align with BGS’ company values and culture, we would love for you to explore opportunities to join our growing team by checking out the job description below!
About Our Team:
The Environmental Systems Biology Department, located in Albuquerque, NM, is a diverse research group with a focus on both basic and applied biological and materials science research. We seek to address challenges related to national security, including biodefense and health security, and climate and energy security. Our department is part of a highly multidisciplinary center, comprised of researchers with expertise across the fields of biology (molecular biology, microbiology, virology, immunology, and biochemistry), chemistry (analytical, organic, and physical), computational science (bioinformatics, machine learning, and computational chemistry), and engineering (chemical, mechanical, and biomedical).
What Your Job Will Be Like:
On any given day, you may be called on to:
Maintain algal and/or bacterial and/or phage cultures on plates and in liquid medium.
Maintain mammalian and other eukaryotic cell cultures.
Isolate and quantify DNA or RNA and perform PCR.
Clone DNA into vectors.
Evaluate effects of various treatments on cell survival, growth, and other characteristics.
Analyze results to inform new experiments and analyses.
Perform microscopy.
Work on a wide range of research projects.
Learn experimental protocols to carry out laboratory work safely.
Follow procedures to make buffers and reagents as required for experimental needs.
Assist in experiment execution to meet project milestones.
Catalog your research in an electronic lab notebook and present your work in lab meetings.
Aid in the maintenance of the laboratory and daily lab operations.
Qualifications
Requirements:
A Bachelor's degree in Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
Previous experience working in a biological laboratory.
Experience with aseptic technique and microbiology.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE L security clearance.
Must be US citizen.
Successful drug screening.
Preferred Qualifications:
Eagerness to learn new skills in biochemistry and molecular biology,
Strong written and communication skills, as demonstrated by publications, presentations, and confirmed by professional and/or academic references.
Benefits:
BGS offers a competitive total compensation package to eligible employees. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability.
EEO:
Boston Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.