Laboratory Technician III (Bio-Imaging Technician)-JPC

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HJF is seeking a Laboratory Technician III (Bio-Imaging Technician) to provide support for a joint Department of Defense (DoD) and Veterans Affairs (VA) project to protect and archive pathologic materials. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing the digitization of glass slides to the Joint Pathology Center (JPC).

The position will be in support of the John P. Murtha Cancer Center located at the Joint Pathology Center in Silver Spring, MD. The John P. Murtha Cancer Center at Walter Reed Bethesda is a modern, patient-centric, tri-service military healthcare facility. Its comprehensive core of military and civilian oncologists and other cancer-trained clinicians and researchers provide multidisciplinary cancer-care delivery and patient-family support services. Our Cancer Center, the only DoD Cancer Center of Excellence within the Military Health System, offers its patients access to cutting-edge cancer diagnostic and treatment technologies.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

U.S. Citizenship required due site security requirements.

• Manage daily operations regarding the digitalization of glass slides to the JPC.
• Receive slide scan request forms, match the material, prep the slides for scanning and perform a 100% quality control of slides before returning to requestor.
• Transfer data from local copy to digital base and create spreadsheets to track important customer information and requests.
• Use statistical methods to identify areas for operational improvement and make suggestions for streamlining processes.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Education and Experience

• Associates degree required; bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum of 6-8 years' experience required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skilled in digital scanning and imaging technology and systems.
• Ability to utilize word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and specialized software on personal computers.
• Skilled in technical writing, data, and complex protocol interpretation.
• Experience in preparing scientific illustrations and presentations for training purposes.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods
• Ability to climb, pull, and lift heavy objects

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a warehouse/laboratory setting.

Compensation

• The hourly pay range for this position is $31.50-$38.80. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.