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Ideal Innovations, Inc.

Biologist

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What they do

A Biology Laboratory Technician helps with the performance of laboratory tests, which provide information for biological research. Sets up, operates, and maintains laboratory equipment, makes observations, and calculates and records results; receives, types, tests, and records blood bank inventories. May analyze organic substances, such as blood, food, and drugs.

$51,221 / year median in Virginia

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

(DNA)
Highlights:
You'll be joining a dynamic forensics team with many opportunities to grow professionally and working with other forensic experts in various fields to support the FBI mission. This is a unique opportunity to work with the FBI laboratory. You'll obtain some or enhance your experience working in a fully functional government laboratory, working closely with other forensics experts.
Typical Day:
The Biologist-DNA Program Specialist supports troubleshooting Rapid DNA software installations and software configurations with the Rapid DNA instruments.
Tasks:
Travel on-site to conduct in-person training Assist with and/or conduct annual audits Liaise with internal and external partners for software and hardware troubleshooting Perform routine instrument maintenance Order consumables for laboratory and
Field Offices Requirements:
Education :
B.S. degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related field of Biological Science.
Experience:
Prefer (1) year of experience performing laboratory work in a biological science. Prefer one (1) year of forensic DNA laboratory experience.
Skills :
Knowledge of related sciences such as biochemistry, chemistry, physics, molecular biology, genetics, and mathematics. Basic knowledge of quality control measures to effectively evaluate scientific data resulting from DNA analysis. Knowledge of the uses of computers and the ability to manipulate data for basic statistic evaluation and display. Must be willing to travel
Citizenship & Clearance:
Current US Citizenship and US Top Secret clearance required
Location:
Quantico, VA Shift :
Normal Day Shift Ideal Innovations, Inc. is an
Equal Opportunity Employer:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. Ideal Innovations, Inc. is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.