Laboratory Specialist (Part-Time) (Job 1372)

About the role

DLH delivers improved health and national security readiness solutions for federal programs through science research and development, systems engineering and integration, and digital transformation. Our experts in public health, performance evaluation, and health operations solve the complex problems faced by civilian and military customers alike by leveraging advanced tools - including digital transformation, artificial intelligence, data analytics, cloud enablement, modeling, and simulation, and more. With over 2,400 employees dedicated to the idea that "Your Mission is Our Passion," DLH brings a unique combination of government sector experience, proven methodology, and unwavering commitment to innovation to improve the lives of millions. DLH is looking for a part-time Laboratory Specialist to join our talented and innovative team supporting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) Division of HIV Prevention (DHP) in Atlanta, GA. This part-time position will be onsite at a CDC laboratory for 24 hours per week, the days are flexible. Core hours are 9:30-11:30 and also 1-3 p.m. The DHP Laboratory Branch (LB) supports DHP goals to reduce new HIV infections through supporting clinical studies, surveillance and implementation research. The LB conducts liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) testing of biological specimens to detect and quantitate antiretroviral and antimicrobial drugs using quantitative and qualitative assays to provide objective measures of drug use for HIV treatment and prevention. In addition, the clinical and research laboratories must follow and comply with safety and quality management systems (QMS), programs, regulatory guidelines, and standards. To conduct these activities, DHP LB needs laboratory assistants' support.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of status, issues, training, and progress related to the Quality Management System (QMS) and ISO implementation and maintenance.
• Organize and store hardcopy and electronic files for SOPs, forms, and QA/QC manuals.
• Support the review and revision of equipment-related SOPs and forms; ensure revision dates and signatures are current.
• Prepare branch-level quality/progress reports; prepare equipment qualification and other reports.
• Effectively write and communicate QMS documents and requirements.
• Conduct quality reviews according to procedural criteria established in quality review plans for determining adherence to standards outlined for clinical laboratory practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in laboratory science, medical technology, related field and at least 3-5 years in clinical or research laboratory experience OR a high school diploma and 6 years in clinical or research laboratory experience.
• Demonstrated laboratory regulatory skills/knowledge through work experience implementing, managing and maintaining quality management systems.
• Must be able to obtain a NAC clearance
• CLIA lab experience.
• Clinical laboratory experience.
• Master's degree in in laboratory science, medical technology, or related field.
• Previous experience with federal or state health agency laboratory.
• Knowledge of HIV lab specimen handling or familiarity with testing and ordering.
• Experience in a CLIA lab.
• EEO
• DLH Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. DLH will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled Veterans who need assistance to apply.
• DLH is committed to maintaining a fair and authentic interview process

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