Accelevir Diagnostics is a growing Maryland bioanalytical CRO specializing in innovative and ultra-sensitive molecular, genomic, and immunological response assays. Our team develops, scales, and commercializes complex assay workflows to support our biopharma partners from basic research through clinical trials. To expand our growing assay services team, we are looking for a Laboratory Technician desiring to work in an intellectually challenging and fast paced start-up environment.

About the Role:
In this role, you will primarily focus on performing established wet-laboratory assay protocols, recording data, and contributing to the analytical qualification of new assays. This position requires hands-on work within a BSL-2+ laboratory environment handling potentially infectious samples.  As such, successful applicants will be required to demonstrate their ability to maintain safe laboratory working conditions and adhere to required PPE and biosafety procedures. Successful applicants will also be able to demonstrate their ability to follow laboratory SOPs while working within a compliance-driven environment.

Essential Laboratory Skills:

• Proficient pipetting skills

• Hands-on experience basic molecular biology techniques, such nucleic acid isolation and PCR

• Hands-on experience in aseptic handling of primary cells or cell lines

• Motivated self-starter with demonstrated ability to learn and execute new laboratory techniques

• Demonstrated ability to maintain detailed laboratory notes and documentation

• MS Office proficiency

Education and Experience Requirements:

• BS in Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biotechnology or related field; OR

• AS in Biology or a related field with a minimum of 1 year of laboratory experience