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Molecular Biology Technician
**Job Family** **:** Laboratory Technician (Digital) **Travel Required** **:** None **Clearance Required** **:** Ability to Obtain Public Trust **What You Will Do** **:** + Serves as a laboratory support specialist and uses scientific professional knowledge, techniques, and methods to assist an Investigator in carrying out projects to meet the research goals of the lab. + Performs a wide range of complex procedures encompassing nucleic acid, and protein analyses from influenza viruses, tissue culture, or primary clinical material. Specific techniques may include, but are not limited to, human peripheral mononuclear cell isolation; isolation of DNA, RNA, and proteins from nasal swab or other primary samples; immunochemistry and immunofluorescence, virus titration and purification, antibody ELISA, and immunoprecipation assays; virus neutralization assays; PCR and RT‐PCR; real‐time PCR, DNA plasmid preparation and purification, and transient cell transfection, cloning and reverse genetics. + Conducts research independently under the guidance of the Principal Investigator, including planning, and conducting of experiments, data analysis and peer reviewed publication of data. + Prepares various media, stock supplies, and other reagents for use in the laboratory. + Assists in the analysis and interpretation of data. + Prepares summaries of laboratory findings to be used in reports and papers to be presented at scientific meetings and/or publication in scientific journals. + Actively participates in the preparation of manuscripts, abstracts, and/or posters. May co‐author publications or abstracts. Presents findings at scientific meetings and conferences. + Maintains accurate, daily records of experiments. + May interact and/or collaborate with scientists from other organizations or institutions involved in similar or related research projects. + Interacts with students and other laboratory personnel in the use of sophisticated laboratory equipment and in the performance of specialized procedures, techniques, etc. + Responsible for quality control of the laboratory including upkeep and routine maintenance of equipment. + Orders and maintains laboratory supplies and equipment including chemicals, biological materials, liquid nitrogen, etc. + May be required to handle biological materials, radioactive materials, carcinogens, toxins, infectious agents, recombinant DNA materials, acids, biological wastes, etc. + Required to perform computer analysis of data and use computer and computer software to prepare data for publication. + Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor, such as monitoring chemical and radiological hazards, conducting and reporting operational radiation surveys, etc. **What You Will Need** **:** + Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology or related field with at least two years' experience or Master's degree with at least one year experience of laboratory-based training in Molecular Biology or a closely related field. + Experience in molecular virology and reverse genetics systems are required. + Excellent written skills and experience in oral presentations. + Professional knowledge of the theories, principles, and methods of a scientific specialty or subspecialty and related disciplines, such as biology, microbiology, chemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, virology, genetics, biochemistry, etc. + Professional knowledge of and skill in performing a wide variety of complex procedures and techniques, such as tissue culture, DNA, RNA, and protein isolation, purification, and analysis, DNA sequencing, gene cloning, production of influenza virus plasmid‐based rescue sets, and protein analyses including western blots, and immunoprecipitation. + Direct experience with a variety of molecular biology and sterile tissue culture techniques. **What We Offer:** Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include: + Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance + Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays + Parental Leave + 401(k) Retirement Plan + Group Term Life and Travel Assistance + Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance + Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts + Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits + Short-Term & Long-Term Disability + Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities + Employee Referral Program + Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach + Care.com annual membership + Employee Assistance Program + Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.) + Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus **About Guidehouse** Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco. If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation. _Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee._ $51k-76k yearly est.30d agoBiological Science Technician (Invasive Plant Management Team)
You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. $36k-49k yearly est.15d agoBiological Science Laboratory Technician
This position is located in the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center, Molecular Plant Pathology Laboratory. $36k-51k yearly est.17d agoBiological Science Aid/Biological Science Laboratory Technician
This position is located within the Agricultural Research Service; Northeast Area; Appalachian Fruit Research Station; Innovative Fruit Production, Improvement and Protection; Kearneysville WV. Responsibilities General knowledge of the basic principles of biological science to perform routine or recurring techniques and studies, record instrument readings, collect samples, and take measurements. $37k-52k yearly est.19d agoBiological Science Technician (Plants)
The National Park Service has determined that the duties of this position are NOT suitable for telework and the selectee WILL NOT be allowed to telework with supervisor approval. $36k-49k yearly est.22d agoBiological Science Laboratory Technician
* Frederick, MD This position is located at the Foreign Disease Weed Science Research Unit, Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Northeast Area (NEA), in Frederick, MD. $42.9k-62.1k yearly6d agoBiological Science Technician (Invasive Plant Management Team)
* Washington 3 vacancies $42.9k-55.7k yearly7d agoBiological Science Technician (Horticulture)
The Biological Science Technician (Horticulture) will serve as a field assistant to the horticulturist in SG providing a full scope of gardening work. $58.8k-76.5k yearlyEasy Apply19d agoBiological Science Technician (Horticulture)
The Biological Science Technician (Horticulture) will serve as a field assistant to the horticulturist in SG providing a full scope of gardening work. $58.8k-76.5k yearlyEasy Apply19d agoBiological Science Technician (Horticulture)
Responsibilities The Biological Science Technician (Horticulture) will serve as a field assistant to the horticulturist in SG providing a full scope of gardening work. The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in the Grounds Management Operations (GMO) of Smithsonian Gardens (SG) within the Smithsonian Institution (SI). $44k-60k yearly est.25d ago2023 Graduate - BS/MS Biological Sciences
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. $46k-62k yearly est.44d agoChemical and Biological Technical Targeter
Charlottesville , Virginia , USA Location:Charlottesville, Virginia, USA $43k-59k yearly est.38d agoBiological Science Technician (Wildlife)
Duties Wildlife Biological Science Technician duties at all grade levels include: * Luray, VA 4 vacancies $18.1-22.7 hourly40d agoBiological Science Technician (Plants)
Vacancies at multiple park locations. This is an open continuous vacancy announcement. Applicants will be referred periodically throughout the announcement period. Final application disposition will be completed once all positions have been filled or the announcement reaches the end of the open period stated in the announcement. The first cut-off date is 11:59 pm (est), January 13, 2023. Learn more about this agency Help Overview * Accepting applications * Open closing dates 01/03/2023 to 06/30/2023 * Salary $37,696 - $67,285 per year * Pay scale grade GS 5 - 7 * Help Locations Many vacancies in the following locations: * Bar Harbor, ME * Concord, MA * Bushkill, PA * Gettysburg, PA * Show more locations (1) * Luray, VA * Remote job No * Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. * Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. * Relocation expenses reimbursed No * Appointment type Temporary - Not to Exceed 1039 Hours * Work schedule Multiple Schedules - * Service Competitive * Promotion potential 7 * Job family (Series) 0404 Biological Science Technician * Supervisory status No * Security clearance Not Required * Drug test No * Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk * Trust determination process Suitability/Fitness * Announcement number NE-1820-MIMA-23-11782861-DE * Control number 697642600 Help This job is open to * Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee. * The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency WHO MAY APPLY: All U.S. Citizens, Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) Videos Help Duties Duties at the GS-05 grade level. * Implement established natural resource management projects. Following instructions and standardized procedures, collects and organizes field data. * Ensure adequate quality control of data collected. Performs routine and recurring testing of collected * samples. * Record all data collected and provides preliminary assessment and classification of the information. Seeks assistance for situations not covered. * Works with crews managing invasive plants and restoring native vegetation. Duties at the GS-06 grade level. * Make field observations of natural resource conditions. * Evaluate observed conditions and problems and makes preliminary determinations on the cause of problems noted. * Provide results to higher-level specialists for analysis. Assists in the preparation of reports, plans, and guidelines. * Draft project reports may include literature research, descriptions of methods, preparation of graphs and charts, and summary of findings. * Leads crews managing invasive plants and restoring native vegetation. Duties at the full performance level GS-07 grade level. * Record data relating to plant studies. * Document occurrence and distribution of identified species. * Participate in environmental studies documenting factors affecting plant species and habitat. * Lead or conduct field searches for populations of sensitive, threatened or endangered plant species. * Photograph, collect and mount plant specimens encountered at different stages of development. * Collect ecological site information for population distribution, condition, trend, associated species, geology, soil type and prepare reports. * Leads crews managing invasive plants and restoring native vegetation. Shenandoah National Park (Luray, VA): Several Vacancies Grade 05 Pay Scale: $37,696 -$49,009 Grade 06 Pay Scale: $42,022 -$54,625 Grade 07 Pay Scale: $46,696 -$60,703 The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is April - October but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April 2023 Minute Man National Historical Park (Concord, MA): (Grade 05 and 7 Only) Grade 05 Pay Scale: $42,404 -$55,130 Grade 07 Pay Scale: $52,527- $68,285 Several Vacancies The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is February - August but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: February 2023 Acadia National Park (Bar Harbor, ME): 4 Vacancies Grade 05 Pay Scale: $37,696 -$49,009 Grade 06 Pay Scale: $42,022 -$54,625 Grade 07 Pay Scale: $46,696 -$60,703 The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is April - October but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April 2023 Gettysburg National Military Park (Gettysburg, PA): (Grade 05 Only) 3 Vacancies Grade 05 Pay Scale: $42,870 -$55,736 The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is April - October but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April 2023 Northeast Regional Office- Region 1- Shenandoah National Park (Luray, VA): (Grade 05 Only) 3 Vacancies Grade 05 Pay Scale: $37,696 -$49,009 The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is May - November but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: May 2023 Northeast Regional Office- Region 1- Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area(Bushkill, PA): (Grade 05 Only) 1 Vacancy Grade 05 Pay Scale: $44,057 -$57,280 The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is May - November but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: May 2023 Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * U.S. Citizenship required. * Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. * Males must meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement. * Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program. * Occupancy of government quarters may be required. * Government housing may be available at certain parks but is not guaranteed. * Use find a park to contact specific parks for more information on government housing. * You may be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided. * You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and/or shift work. * You may be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties. Prior to your first official motor vehicle operation, and again every year thereafter (or more frequently if management determines such need exists), you will be required to sign an affidavit certifying to your possession of a valid State issued driver's license that is current and has not been revoked, suspended, canceled, or otherwise disqualified in any way to prohibit your operation of a motor vehicle. You will also submit a photocopy of your valid State issued driver's license prior to your first official motor vehicle operation, and again every year, or more frequently if management determines such need exists. Lastly, you may be required to submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that discloses all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you. Please indicate in your application whether you possess a valid State driver's license. * State pesticide application certification/license is required at for each park listed on the job announcement after entrance on duty date. Qualifications All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-06/30/2023-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. For current Federal employees, if hours worked per week are not included on your resume, you must submit a non-award SF-50 as part of your application to be used to validate your work schedule and determine the amount of specialized experience that you will be granted. An award SF-50 will not be acceptable documentation for which to consider your amount of qualifying experience. For all other applicants who are not current federal employees, your resume must state either "full-time" (or "40 hours a week") or "part-time" with the number of hours worked per week to ensure proper crediting of specialized experience. To qualify for this position at the GS-5 grade level, you must possess at least one of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-4 level. Examples of specialized experience may include Utilizing various techniques to gather biological samples; identifying, measuring, or counting organisms of the environment, and recording the data; or performing a variety of behavioral or measured data collection activities in support of field resource management projects. * OR- EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree or 4 years of successfully completed education above high school with major study or at least 24 semester hours in any combination of scientific or technical courses such as biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics. At least 6 semester hours of courses must be directly related to Botany/Plants. * OR- COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: You may meet the qualifications requirement for this position with an equivalent combination of specialized experience and appropriate undergraduate education. Undergraduate level education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position as listed above. To qualify for this position at the GS-6 grade level, you must possess at least one of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement. EXPERIENCE: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-5 level. Specialized experience MUST HAVE BEEN in the Biological Technician field and include activities such as: Working with field crews in invasive plant control; implementing revegetation projects; maintaining a native plant nursery (e.g., weeding, watering, installing plants); and collecting vegetation data and photographic documentation in support of invasive plant management and restoration projects. * OR- EDUCATION: Successful completion of one full year of graduate study that is directly related to the work of the position (such as biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture). * OR- COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Combinations of successfully completed post-undergrad education that is related to the position as described above and specialized experience. The combined total must equal 100%. To qualify for this position at the GS-7 grade level, you must possess at least one of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-6 level. Specialized experience MUST HAVE BEEN in the Biological Technician field and include activities such as: Surveying, mapping and documenting botany species; researching and compiling botany inventory data; leading or conducting field inventories or studies of botany species and invasive plants; leading crews managing invasive plants and restoring native vegetation; and researching and identifying botany data and compiling data for review in established or new databases. * OR- EDUCATION: Successful completion of one full year of graduate study that is directly related to the work of the position (such as biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture). * OR- COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Combinations of successfully completed post-undergrad education that is related to the position as described above and specialized experience. The combined total must equal 100%. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sectors. The OPM Qualification Standards Handbook is available for review at: OPM Qualification Standards. Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education To qualify based on education, you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign education programs and that (1) deemed your education equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program, or (2) given full credit for courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. Additional information This job opportunity announcement will be used to fill one or more additional selections at any time without notification. Click here for the OPM Salaries and Wages to calculate locality pay. Non-Competitive Rehire Eligibility: Temporary seasonal employees can only maintain their non-competitive rehire eligibility if they work no more than a combined total of Temporary NTE less than 1040 hours anywhere in the National Park Service (NPS) within their established service year. Accordingly, non-competitive rehire eligibility allows for re-appointment to the same position or another position appropriate for temporary appointment with the same qualification requirements (5 CFR 316.402[b][7]), based on series and grade, anywhere in the major subdivision (NPS). If you have held a temporary seasonal appointment in the past 12 months and have already worked the maximum temporary appointment less than 1040 hours during that period, you are still welcome to apply. However, please be aware that exceeding the limit of 1040 hours in your established service year will result in the loss of your non-competitive rehire eligibility. The limit can be exceeded by working multiple temporary seasonal positions that result in a combined total greater than 1040 hours. The limit also can be exceeded by working a single temporary seasonal appointment that exceeds 1040 hours, unless granted an exception by OPM. Employment may be terminated at any time due to fluctuations in funding levels, project needs, employee performance, or other considerations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is partially sedentary with prolonged standing, walking, and bending often required. Heavy items (e.g., packs and equipment up to 50 pounds) must be lifted and carried on a routine basis. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is performed in an office, laboratory, and in the field. Field work includes exposure to extreme weather conditions and terrain, pesticides, poisonous plants, biting insects, and wild animals. Laboratory work may involve exposure to hazardous chemicals. Read more * Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating. Candidates will be rated and ranked using Category Rating procedures. These procedures place candidates with veterans' preference above non-preference eligibles within each category. Veterans with a service connected disability of at least 10-percent are listed in the highest quality category, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-09 grade level or higher. Under Category Rating, candidates will be rated and ranked into one of three categories: * Best Qualified - applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are highly proficient in all requirements of the job and can perform effectively in the position. * Well Qualified - applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are proficient in most of the requirements of the job. * Qualified - applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are proficient in some, but not all of the requirements of the job. You will be evaluated on the following competencies: * Botany * Ecology * Oral Communication * Physical Strength * Teamwork * Technical Competence * Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. * Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies. ALL required documentation must be submitted to receive full consideration for eligibilities and veterans' preference selected. The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 06/30/2023: * Resume which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, dates specified in month and year format, and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., w $52.5k-68.3k yearly60d+ ago
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Average Salary For a Biological Aide
Based on recent jobs postings on Zippia, the average salary in the U.S. for a Biological Aide is $33,231 per year or $16 per hour. The highest paying Biological Aide jobs have a salary over $42,000 per year while the lowest paying Biological Aide jobs pay $26,000 per year
Updated March 20, 2023
Average Biological Aide Salary
$30,929 yearly
$16 hourly
2 Common Career Paths For a Biological Aide
Field Technician
A field technician is responsible for providing technical and maintenance support for the customers by area visits. Field technicians' duties include diagnosing technical problems, replacing malfunction components, upgrading systems for efficiency, running equipment tests to ensure stability, creating draft reports of performed processes, utilizing vehicles and other tools safely, following client's specifications on operating equipment, and adhering to the safety standards. A field technician must have excellent communication and decision-making skills, as well as extensive knowledge of the technological industry.
Biological Technician
A biological technician is in charge of performing laboratory support tasks, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Their responsibilities typically revolve around gathering and preparing samples, operating laboratory equipment, conducting analysis and experiments, recording every progress, and maintaining documentation. They may also coordinate with other technicians and scientists in various research and development efforts, summarizing findings into reports and presentations. Furthermore, as a laboratory technician, it is essential to maintain the cleanliness and order in the laboratory, all while adhering to its policies and regulations.