Laboratory Technician

We are seeking a Laboratory Technician to support the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH), world renowned National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Hamilton, MT. Our NIAID professional, technical, and scientific support personnel are part of a preeminent team focused on positively impacting millions of lives around the world with groundbreaking research. Candidates will work at a prominent and vibrant NIAID worksite to directly support exciting ongoing research activities as a contractor team member. Accelerate your career and apply below to help us make a difference.

CAMRIS International is a dynamic clinical research and international development firm that achieves innovative solutions to health and development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective programs and research management services. We combine our proven systems with today’s most effective, evidence-based best practices. Our core practice areas include: clinical research; vaccine research, microbiology and infectious disease research, development and production; biodefense; global health security; and HIV/AIDS programs. 

Our employees enjoy a collegial environment where individual contributions matter at all levels. At CAMRIS, you will notably improve the lives of people at home and abroad.  

• Perform maintenance and repair of the RML research services equipment, such as scientific instrument/medical device shop includes scheduling, performing and documenting maintenance services, as well as scientific instrument/medical device maintenance planning, implementation, and quality management.
  • Scientific instruments and medical devices include, but are not limited to, the following: high performance. liquid chromatography, centrifuges, ultracentrifuges, spectrophotometers, tissue processors, microscopes, electronic pipettes, liquid scintillation counters, lyophilizers, incubators, cell shakers, balances, and x-ray film processors.
• Work with the RML research services equipment includes ensuring efficient equipment operation, as well as performing preventive maintenance and repair on larger, industrial equipment such as steam sterilizers, glass washers, cage washers, drying ovens, bottle washers, and water chlorinators.
• Work with RML team including other bio research staff, veterinary staff, histopathologists and animal care workers to manage complex BSL-2, BSL-3 and BSL-4 operations.
• Responsible for providing instructions and information concerning the operation, maintenance, and use of equipment to RML staff, and advisory services to those who design, test, produce, procure, supply, operate, repair, or dispose of equipment and may involve developing or revising equipment maintenance as needed.
• Provide specialized technical support in ensuring that scientific devices and research services equipment used in the research laboratories, animal support facilities, and scientific support operations at RML are adequately installed, maintained, certified, and kept in reliable operation.
• Responsible for providing advice to management on the testing, procurement, operation, repair, and disposition of scientific and research services equipment; the incumbent also advises and assists maintenance personnel in the use and procurement of tools or special equipment needed to perform repairs.
• Assist Federal Task Leader with strategies for new equipment acquisitions, planning, and implementation.
• Perform scientific instrument and/or research services equipment purchase evaluations, and communicate with research staff, as necessary to provide assistance and in-service training in the set-up, calibration, and application of scientific/research services equipment.
• Conduct studies to establish standardized maintenance procedures, shop layouts, and repair operations.
• Interpret and apply blueprints, schematic drawings, wiring diagrams, air flow balance sheets, technical manuals, and other specifications.
• Provides technical support for accident/incident investigations by conducting onsite surveys, researching tech orders, and questioning of maintenance personnel.
• Develops and maintains master equipment lists with procurement lead times, equipment order dates, forecast receipt and installation time frames in coordination with the overall project schedule.
• Evaluates and develops parts lists and procurement ordering data in compliance with guidelines, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Manage the shop Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) program by maintaining appropriate calibration schedules and ensuring TMDE is available for scientific instrument or research equipment services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• B.S. in a related discipline.
• Two (2) years of experience working with scientific equipment.
• Knowledge of a comprehensive range of maintenance management policies and practices regarding remedial maintenance, scheduled services, equipment classification, technical inspections for issue, equipment accountability.
• Knowledge of electronics, pneumatics, hydraulics and all associated terminology and symbolism in order to identify and repair scientific instrument and/or research services equipment failures.
• Knowledge of interfacing with scientific instrumentation and/or research services equipment systems, as well as equipment interface with computer control systems.
• Knowledge of scientific and/or research services instrumentation application and design, biophysical measurements, anatomy and physiology and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of the operation and application of standard and special purpose Test Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment In order to troubleshoot and repair scientific instruments or research services equipment.
• Functional knowledge of relevant safety codes and standards of regulatory bodies including, but not limited, to the following: The Joint Commission (JC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRG), Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMl).
• Skill in effectively communicating verbally and in writing in order to accurately and completely document scientific instrument and research services equipment repairs, preventive maintenance and calibration services.
• Ability to communicate with staff, to provide assistance and to document investigation of scientific instruments and/or research services equipment hazard alerts, recalls, updates, and incidents.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by a candidate to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Ability to lift or carry less than 25 pounds, lift or carry 25-50 pounds, lift or carry more than 50 pounds, push or pull less than 25 pounds, reach above shoulder level, and use both hands.
• Must be able to stand or walk more than 25 of 30 min., bend repeatedly, kneel, crawl, and climb.
• Must have depth perception, have correctable near vision, ability to distinguish basic colors, can operate a motor vehicle, and perform repetitive activities.
• Ability to work alone and closely with others, work in excessive heat, work in excessive noise, work on slippery or uneven working surfaces, work on ladders or scaffolding, work around machinery with moving parts, work with hands in water, and work with solvents.
• Will be required to be in contact with high noise levels.
• Will work with aerosols, corrosive substances, inorganic dust and powders, plastics, and solvents.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, face shields/goggles, safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, impervious suit, disposable dust/surgical mask, and respirator (disposable respirator mask N, P, R –95, 99,100, and powered air purified respirator (PAPR).

Please submit your resume online at www.CAMRIS.com. CAMRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by any applicable federal, state, or local law.

CAMRIS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for individuals and families, FSAs, HSA, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, legal services, voluntary hospital indemnity, critical illness and accident insurances, EAP, pet insurance, 401(k) with employer match and Roth option, tuition and professional reimbursement, public transportation support in the DMV area, a referral bonus program, vacation with tenure-based increases, PTO, 11 paid holidays, paid bonding leave, and paid supplemental short-term disability.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Public Trust-level background check, a requirement for this position under an active federal contract. The background check process may include, but is not limited to the following: (1) contacting your professional references; (2) verification of previous employment, education and credentials; (3) a criminal background check; (4) use/abuse of federally-controlled substances; and (5) a department of motor vehicle check. Candidates must be prepared to fully-complete any required background check questionnaire during initial onboarding.