The Contractor shall provide support with laboratory experiments in BSL-2, BSL-3 and BSL-4 laboratories and thus must hold and maintain BPRP status, IAW the provisions in this contract and applicable regulations. The Contractor shall aid in the execution of scientific studies, basic cell culture, and plaque assays, polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and other assays, animal procedures, collection/data analyzing, and maintain laboratory and laboratory equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Includes the following:

• Support small and large animal studies in BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 laboratories
• Perform inoculations with virus, vaccine, or applicable testing material
• Collect tissues for processing and conduct blood sample collection
• Perform in vitro testing of candidate vaccines and therapeutic compounds against a variety of viruses
• Prepare cell culture media and other study supplies, including paperwork, as necessary
• Perform immunological procedures including enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and Western Blot assays
• Perform basic cell culture, plaque assays (PA), plaque reduction neutralization test (PRNT), PCR, and other assays to support NHP and rodent studies
• Perform basic lab management duties, such as assessing, maintaining, and ordering lab supplies
• Assist with annual conduct of Equipment Inventory Management in BSL-2 and BSL-3
• May serve as a BSL-2 mentor
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY/MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

• This position will not have supervisory authority

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Biology, or a related field
• Minimum of 1+ years lab experience
• US citizenship

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experience with basic Molecular Biology Assays: ELISA, Western Blot, Plaque Assays, PRNT assays, PCR, etc.
• Experience with animal handling for large and small animals, including NHPs and rodents
• Ability to perform animal inoculations, blood and tissue collection, and sample processing
• Working knowledge/ability to learn GFEBs ordering system
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Multi-task in a high paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Prior experience in BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 biocontainment labs preferred
• Ability obtain and maintain BPRP status

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is conducted in a climate-controlled office or laboratory
• Work in biocontainment laboratory with required personal protective equipment
• Applicants selected will be subject to a US Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for participation in the BPRP

  The Contractor shall provide support with laboratory experiments in BSL-2, BSL-3 and BSL-4 laboratories and thus must hold and maintain BPRP status, IAW the provisions in this contract and applicable regulations. The Contractor shall aid in the execution of scientific studies, basic cell culture, and plaque assays, polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and other assays, animal procedures, collection/data analyzing, and maintain laboratory and laboratory equipment.

  Estimated Starting Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000 annually

  Cherokee Nation Operational Solutions LLC offers a competitive benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans for regular full-time employees, 401(k) with 100% match up to 6%, life insurance, paid time off and more. Paid sick leave is provided in accordance with applicable law.

  ABOUT THE TEAM

  Cherokee Federal is a collective group of subsidiary companies of Cherokee Nation Businesses (CNB). CNB is the economic engine of Cherokee Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the U.S. As a trusted partner, the Cherokee Federal team of companies manages nearly 2,000 projects of all sizes across the construction, engineering and manufacturing, and mission solutions portfolios – ranging from advanced data analytics and telehealth to cybersecurity, cloud and logistics.

  Since 2012, our team of companies has won $6 billion in government contracts and completed more than 5,300 federal missions. Our 3,600+ employees work in 20+ countries, 50 states and 2 U.S. territories.

  Why Cherokee Federal? Visit cherokee-federal.com to learn why you should join our team!

  COMPLIANCE

  Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, union affiliation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We conform to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations governing all aspects of the relationship between the Company and its employees, including, but not limited to, recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies. The policies and principles of EEO also apply to the selection and treatment of independent contractors, personnel working on our premises who are employed by temporary agencies and any other persons or firms doing business for or with the Company.

  Estimated Starting Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000 annually

  Cherokee Nation Operational Solutions LLC offers a competitive benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans for regular full-time employees, 401(k) with 100% match up to 6%, life insurance, paid time off and more. Paid sick leave is provided in accordance with applicable law.

  ABOUT THE TEAM

  Cherokee Federal is a collective group of subsidiary companies of Cherokee Nation Businesses (CNB). CNB is the economic engine of Cherokee Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the U.S. As a trusted partner, the Cherokee Federal team of companies manages nearly 2,000 projects of all sizes across the construction, engineering and manufacturing, and mission solutions portfolios – ranging from advanced data analytics and telehealth to cybersecurity, cloud and logistics.

  Since 2012, our team of companies has won $6 billion in government contracts and completed more than 5,300 federal missions. Our 3,600+ employees work in 20+ countries, 50 states and 2 U.S. territories.

  Why Cherokee Federal? Visit cherokee-federal.com to learn why you should join our team!

  COMPLIANCE

  Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, union affiliation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We conform to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations governing all aspects of the relationship between the Company and its employees, including, but not limited to, recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies. The policies and principles of EEO also apply to the selection and treatment of independent contractors, personnel working on our premises who are employed by temporary agencies and any other persons or firms doing business for or with the Company.

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