Description
Kelly Government Solutions is a strategic supplier and business partner to the federal government and its key suppliers. Kelly Government Solutions offers scientists the opportunity to support basic and applied research projects designed to protect our military and nation from current and emerging biological threat agents. We are seeking an Aerosol Systems Engineering Technician to provide mechanical, electrical, and chemical engineering support to the Department of Defense in Frederick, MD. ***Position contingent upon contract award.***
This is a long-term contract position which offers:
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit package
- Optional health, vision, and dental plans
- Paid leave as well as 11 paid federal holidays and 401K plan.
- Professional development program for continuing job-related education/training
KEY TASKS
(1) Perform aerosol exposures and facilitate the design and maintenance of aerosol exposure equipment. Test and assist with the design of new equipment, support the execution of scientific studies, analyze data, and maintain laboratory space and equipment
(2) Generate, characterize, and sample biological aerosols to support pathogenesis and medical countermeasure studies against biothreat agents. Work may include animal plethysmography, aerosol supervision and assistance. All tasks conducted under the guidance of a study PI and in compliance with protocol and GLP standards. Studies may be conducted in BSL-2, BSL-3, or BSL-4 laboratory environments
(3) Assemble, maintain, and troubleshoot aerosol systems. Aerosol systems shall be assembled, tested, and documented in a non-containment shop area. Documentation for each assembled system shall be reviewed prior to moving and testing in a containment Class III biosafety cabinet
(4) Perform and supervise biological decontamination procedures for Class III biosafety cabinets post-aerosol
(5) Coordinate and collaborate with leadership and staff to assist in the development and continuation of the technical training program; maintain training records in accordance with applicable regulations and SOPs
(6) Assist with SOP writing, revision and review to meet GLP requirements
(7) Cross-train and assist with laboratory technician support as needed, which may include execution of bacterial and viral assays, sample processing, aliquoting and inactivation, providing animal clinical pathology support, and assisting with telemetry operations
(8) Perform weekly/monthly checks of change rooms, showers, and assigned containment areas, which may include cleaning, restocking, proper disposal of expired materials, and ensuring equipment and safety requirements are completed and documented according to applicable regulations and SOPs
(9) Assist with entering research data into appropriate formats and developing charts and graphs as required; assist in the preparation of manuscripts or posters relating to research efforts.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
(1) Bachelor's degree in Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Microbiology, Chemistry, or closely related technical discipline
(2) Minimum of 5 years of relevant aerosol experience including working knowledge and hands-on experience with aerosol generating platforms and ancillary equipment such as aerodynamic particle sizers, aerosol nebulizers, aerosol collection devices, and various plenums
(3) Willing and able to work in BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 biocontainment labs, which requires eligibility and enrollment in the Biological Personnel Reliability Program (BPRP) and the Controlled Substance Personnel Reliability Program (CS-PRP)
(4) US citizenship as per contract requirements to pass background check and obtain required security (secret) clearance
PLEASE APPLY ONLINE
When you apply, please know a Kelly Government Solutions Recruiter will review your resume and will contact you directly, if your skills and experience match the requirements of this position; a full job description can be made available at that time.
Due to the high volume of inquiries, we regret that we cannot accept phone calls. Even if you aren't contacted for this position, you are still part of our talent network. All Kelly recruiters have access to your profile, which expands your opportunities even further.
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, short-term disability, and a transportation spending account. Visit https://www.mykelly.us/us-mykelly/perks/ for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community
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As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
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