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FWI (FedWriters, Inc.) · 6 hours ago

Anatomical Laboratory Specialist

Silver Spring, MD

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level

$40.93/hr - $40.93/hr

5+ years exp

FWI (FedWriters, Inc.) is building a team to sustain daily operations at the National Museum of Health and Medicine through specialized professional and administrative services. As an Anatomical Laboratory Specialist, you will perform conservation activities for the museum's wet tissue and histological collections while maintaining laboratory safety compliance within a Biosafety Level 2 environment.

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Responsibilities

Performs routine conservation of the museum's wet tissue and histological collections and documentation of conservation activities

Prepares new wet tissue and skeletal preparations following museum protocols and helps to develop and refine same

Routinely works with chemicals and biohazardous materials in accordance with museum policy and procedure as well as federal and state health and safety standards

Assists lab manager in conducting regular safety checks in anatomical laboratories and helps ensure the lab remains compliant with relevant health and safety standards

Maintains strict inventory controls in relocating and transporting specimens between the lab and storage areas and documenting work on appropriate forms and databases

Manages equipment and supplies for anatomical laboratories and submits purchase and service requests as needed

Examines specimens and determines methods of preparation and staining to best demonstrate characteristics to be studied

Performs thorough knowledge and proficiency in tissue orientation and embedding in paraffin wax and proper microtomy and staining techniques of all tissue types, including bone

Provides support for relevant public programs and exhibits as required

Performs weekly operator safety inspections on Emergency Eyewash and Emergency Shower stations

Coordinates for the safe disposition of all regulated medical waste and chemicals in accordance with museum and government regulations

Qualification

Laboratory experienceHistological preparationTissue preservation methodsBiology knowledgeChemistry knowledgeLaboratory equipment maintenanceDatabase managementSoft skills

Required

5 years of laboratory experience in conservation of anatomical specimens, histological preparation, and/or necropsy/autopsy assistance

Extensive knowledge and skill in applications and methods used in preservation and fixation of tissue specimens, processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining

Basic knowledge of biology, chemistry, and solution preparation acquired through experience, education, and/or on-the-job training

Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of all specialized and general laboratory equipment used in the laboratory

Skilled in creation of electronic spreadsheets and updating databases

Ability to obtain occupational health clearance for use of respirator and work within a BSL-2 (Biosafety Level 2) environment

Ability to receive OSHA required annual physical for lab technician

Preferred

4 years of study in an accredited college or university in the field of Anatomy, Biology, Physical Anthropology, or a related scientific field (Bachelor's degree or equivalent)

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Company

FWI (FedWriters, Inc.)

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FWI (FedWriters, Inc.) is a professional writing, research, and communications company that helps government and commercial customers develop and manage a range of projects and products.

Founded in 2010

Fairfax, Virginia, USA

201-500 employees