Goldbelt Apex LLC ยท 2 weeks ago
PCR Core Laboratory Technical Manager
Fort Detrick, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $90K/yr
5+ years expGoldbelt Apex LLC is a data-focused company dedicated to process and quality in healthcare technology. The PCR Core Lab Technical Manager leads PCR and qPCR-based research, ensuring quality, throughput, and regulatory compliance in molecular diagnostic workflows while overseeing laboratory operations that support diagnostics and research of biological threat agents.
Government Administration
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Supervise PCR workflow execution and staff training
Maintain assay performance and troubleshoot technical issues
Ensure quality assurance and documentation of protocols
Coordinate with internal research teams for sample testing
Manage supplies, biospecimens, and instrumentation maintenance
Performs laboratory procedures, testing, research activities, and other tasks in fields such as aerobiology, biochemistry, immunology, microbiology, virology, bacteriology, molecular or cell biology, veterinary medicine, toxicology, or other scientific discipline
Plans and accomplish goals, participates in or leading development of research work plans, proposals, budgets, and agreements
May function as a study Lead Investigator
Independently reads, understands, and executes techniques, procedures, and plans to meet requirements of quality standards, national standards of research technical accuracy, other relevant written guidelines, and timelines prescribed by the research plan and based on professional judgment
Records all laboratory procedures and research project data, data analyses, and analytical conclusions of analyses in accordance with applicable regulations and procedures
Performs a variety of scientific and administrative tasks. Provides training and mentorship to junior staff
May participate in support of laboratory biosafety requirements and laboratory space management, in coordination with director, Investigators, or other relevant staff
Qualification
Required
Advanced PCR/qPCR knowledge and troubleshooting skills
Familiarity with automated nucleic acid extraction systems
Leadership and team coordination abilities
Bachelor's degree in molecular biology or biotechnology
5+ years in PCR-based lab environments, with leadership experience preferred
Experience in high-throughput diagnostics
Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance eligibility, with no access to classified information, is required
Enroll in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP), if required
Preferred
ACTIVE SECRET is preferred
Master's degree preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with company matching
Tax-deferred savings options
Supplementary benefits
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Company
Goldbelt Apex LLC
Goldbelt Apex is an Alaska Native Small Business Administration certified 8(a), wholly owned subsidiary of Goldbelt, Inc.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Aaron Seib
Chief Data Interoperability Officer
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