Biological Technician II Candidate must have the proven ability to follow written field sampling and laboratory protocols, perform routine sample processing, and enter and summarize data using spreadsheets and word processing software on a personal computer (IBM-PC compatible). Field work for this position will be physically demanding and so the successful candidate will be willing to work away from home for days at a time under adverse weather conditions.
Laboratory processing of data will involve entering data into spreadsheets, processing tissues for molecular and histopathological analyses, using image analysis to measure structures within tissue and so may be tedious but exacting. The successful candidate must be able to work independently and communicate proactively with the task manager to identify and resolve sampling issues to assure that resulting data are of the highest quality and that project deadlines are met. General Tasks: 1. Perform field sampling and laboratory analyses in support of research activities in the Fish Health Branch of the Leetown Science Center investigating potential impacts of point and nonpoint contaminant sources on general and reproductive fish health. Major duties include: 1) Field tissue collection and processing of biological samples. 2) Routine processing and analysis of biological samples such as molecular and histological analyses on samples. 2. Comply with field and laboratory procedures and protocols as specified by the Task Manager. 3. Enter data, using personal computers running spreadsheet and word processing software including the creation and manipulation of files. All data will be copied onto computer files. 4. Maintain government work space and equipment in clean working condition and report any problems to the Task Manager as soon as possible. Accurate paper files are also to be maintained for the duration of the project. Education and Degree Requirement: BS in Biology, Ecology, or Fisheries Science with at least 1 year of germane experience, or Masters Degree in the aforementioned sciences. Pay: $23.50/hour plus $3.24 per hour if medical health benefits are waived. Other benefits: Paid Federal Holidays, 10 days paid vacation, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance IAP Worldwide Services is an equal opportunity employer.
