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Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We can help We are seeking an
Operational and Laboratory Support Technician
to support the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) Office of Chief Scientist, Office of Regulatory and Analytical Laboratories (OARL) at various locations throughout the contiguous United States including Atlanta, GA, Irvine, CA, Jamaica, NY, and Detroit, MI as well as in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

I've never heard of Terrestris. What do you do?
At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.

So, what will the Operational and Laboratory Support Technician at Terrestris do?
As the
Operational and Laboratory Support Technician
you will assist with day-to-day laboratory operations that support national regulatory and public health initiatives. This position plays a critical role in ensuring laboratory readiness, compliance, and operational efficiency to support the FDA's mission of protecting public health.

What does a typical day look like for the Operational and Laboratory Support Technician?
You Will

• Prepare Media and Solution to include, pH adjustments, heating, sterilization, labeling, and QA of both in-house and commercially prepared media.
• Perform Sterilization to include, autoclaving media, containers, and waste materials.
• Perform Sample Preparation by using aseptic/non-aseptic techniques to prepare samples up to 50 lbs. using blenders, grinders, and various utensils.
• Perform Environmental Monitoring through air and surface monitoring using sterile media and hand-held instruments and record results in QA forms/logbooks.
• Assist in Dishwashing through the manual and automatic cleaning of labware and transferring items between use, sterilization, and storage.
• Perform Waste Collection and Disposal by collecting and safely disposing of used materials.
• Assist in Laboratory Custodial Support by maintaining cleanliness of lab areas and performing acid cleaning of specific lab items.
• Provide Laboratory Safety Support by conducting regular eyewash and shower station checks.
• Perform Temperature Mapping by placing sensors, collecting data, and evaluating equipment against SOP-established criteria.
• Conduct Equipment Function Verification by verifying operation of balances, pipettes, pH meters, etc.
• Perform DI Water System Checks by conducting QA checks, reading meters, checking light indicators, performing microbial/resistivity tests, and recording results.
• Assist in Inventory Support through the tracking, ordering, and logging laboratory supplies and equipment using electronic systems.

• Provide Transition-In Support by supporting a smooth transition with:

• Transition Plan

• Onboarding activities
• Familiarity with protocols

• Identification of transition-related risks or issues

• Provide Laboratory Administrative Support by:

• Retrieving and delivering lab supplies

• Recordkeeping (e.g., time and attendance)
• Electronic scanning of records with OCR, ensuring image quality and correct sequencing
• Mailing and storing hardcopy records per FDA guidance

What qualifications do you look for?
You might be the medical professional we're looking for if you have:

• Authorization to work in the U.S. permanently, without sponsorship.
• An Associate's degree in a scientific discipline (Biology, Chemistry, Laboratory Technology, Public Health, or related field), or equivalent technical experience in a laboratory environment; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• A minimum of (2) years of relevant experience in laboratory operations or technical support.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety procedures, quality systems (e.g., ISO 17025), and regulatory environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, electronic inventory systems, and basic data entry software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Attention to detail, organizational skills and high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

We Are Extra Impressed By Folks With

• Experience working in a regulatory, federal, or public health laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of FDA mission and OARL's role in regulatory science.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer?
We offer outstanding benefits including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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• Lead and manage a research team, providing scientific direction and mentorship.
• Develop and execute research strategies and project plans aligned with organizational goals.
• Design and conduct complex experiments, ensuring rigorous scientific methodology.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data, drawing robust conclusions and formulating hypotheses.
• Secure funding through grant writing and proposal development.
• Oversee research budgets, manage resources, and ensure efficient use of laboratory equipment.
• Publish research findings in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to foster scientific innovation.
• Ensure compliance with all ethical, safety, and regulatory guidelines in research.
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific literature and emerging trends in the field.
• Manage intellectual property and explore commercialization opportunities.
• Develop and implement quality control measures for research processes.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and future direction of the research department.

• Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science).
• Minimum of 8 years of post-doctoral or industry research experience, with a proven track record of leading research projects.
• Demonstrated success in obtaining research grants and managing funding.
• Extensive experience in experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation.
• Strong publication record in reputable scientific journals.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in relevant scientific software and analytical tools.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex scientific concepts clearly.
• Ability to think critically and creatively to solve challenging scientific problems.
• Experience in a hybrid work environment, balancing collaborative lab work with independent research.
• Strong networking capabilities within the scientific community.
• A commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and its practical applications.

• Designing, executing, and interpreting complex genomics experiments (e.g., whole-genome sequencing, transcriptomics, epigenomics).
• Developing and implementing advanced bioinformatics pipelines for the analysis of high-throughput sequencing data.
• Utilizing statistical and machine learning methods to identify genetic variations, gene expression patterns, and regulatory networks.
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams of scientists, clinicians, and data analysts to address challenging biological questions.
• Mentoring and guiding junior researchers and postdoctoral fellows in the lab.
• Writing high-impact scientific publications and presenting research findings at international conferences.
• Securing external funding through grant writing and proposal development.
• Staying abreast of the latest technological advancements and scientific literature in genomics and related fields.
• Managing research projects, including budget oversight, resource allocation, and timeline management.
• Ensuring the ethical conduct of research and compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Contributing to the strategic direction of the genomics research program.
• Developing novel hypotheses and research strategies based on experimental results and literature review.

• Design and oversee complex genomic research projects, including experimental planning and execution.
• Lead and mentor a team of research scientists, post-doctoral fellows, and technicians.
• Develop and implement novel methodologies for DNA/RNA sequencing, analysis, and interpretation.
• Analyze large-scale genomic datasets using advanced bioinformatics tools and statistical methods.
• Interpret research findings and translate them into actionable insights.
• Author and co-author peer-reviewed publications in high-impact scientific journals.
• Prepare grant proposals to secure funding for research initiatives.
• Present research findings at national and international scientific conferences.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to foster research partnerships.
• Ensure adherence to ethical guidelines and laboratory safety protocols.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the research department.

• Ph.D. in Genomics, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Bioinformatics, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of post-doctoral research experience in a relevant scientific area.
• Proven track record of leading research projects and managing scientific teams.
• Extensive experience with various next-generation sequencing (NGS) platforms and data analysis pipelines.
• Proficiency in bioinformatics software, statistical analysis tools, and programming languages (e.g., R, Python).
• Strong publication record in reputable scientific journals.
• Demonstrated success in obtaining research grants.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex scientific information clearly.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fully remote research environment.

• Developing and implementing novel computational methods and algorithms for analyzing high-throughput biological data (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics).
• Leading independent research projects from inception to publication, including hypothesis generation, experimental design, data acquisition, analysis, and interpretation.
• Collaborating with biologists, clinicians, and other researchers to address critical scientific questions.
• Supervising and mentoring junior researchers, post-doctoral fellows, and graduate students.
• Securing external funding through grant writing and proposal development.
• Presenting research findings at national and international conferences.
• Maintaining a strong publication record in high-impact peer-reviewed journals.
• Contributing to the strategic direction of the research department and identifying new research opportunities.
• Ensuring adherence to ethical guidelines and regulatory requirements in research conduct.
• Managing research budgets and resources effectively.
• Fostering a collaborative and intellectually stimulating research environment.

• Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• A minimum of 8 years of post-doctoral research experience in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Demonstrated expertise in analyzing large-scale biological datasets using various computational tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, R, Perl).
• Proven track record of leading successful research projects and securing competitive grants.
• Extensive knowledge of bioinformatics databases, tools, and pipelines.
• Experience with machine learning and statistical modeling techniques applied to biological data.
• Excellent scientific writing and oral communication skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• A deep understanding of molecular biology principles.
• Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) is advantageous.
• Ability to critically evaluate scientific literature and integrate findings into new research directions.
• A passion for scientific discovery and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of knowledge.

• Lead and mentor a remote team of bioinformaticians and computational biologists.
• Design and implement advanced computational pipelines for the analysis of high-throughput biological data (e.g., next-generation sequencing, mass spectrometry).
• Develop and validate new algorithms and statistical methods for biological data interpretation.
• Collaborate closely with experimental biologists, geneticists, and clinicians to address complex research questions.
• Manage and curate large-scale biological databases.
• Stay at the forefront of bioinformatics research, literature, and technological advancements.
• Communicate research findings effectively through publications, presentations, and grant proposals.
• Oversee project planning, execution, and reporting for multiple research projects.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the bioinformatics department.
• Ensure data integrity, reproducibility, and compliance with all relevant ethical and regulatory standards.

• Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of post-doctoral research experience in bioinformatics or computational biology, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven expertise in analyzing genomic, transcriptomic, proteomic, or metabolomic data.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, R, Perl, or Java.
• Extensive experience with bioinformatics tools, databases, and reference genomes.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and applying machine learning and statistical modeling techniques to biological data.
• Excellent understanding of molecular biology and genetics.
• Exceptional leadership, project management, and communication skills, adapted for a remote work environment.
• Ability to foster a collaborative and innovative research culture.
• Track record of significant publications in high-impact peer-reviewed journals.