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Amentum is seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist 1 to join its on-site laboratory team in San Diego, California. This full-time role involves working with biological threat agents using advanced microbiological and molecular techniques, including DNA extraction and real-time PCR. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of hands-on lab experience beyond academia, a strong background in biosafety practices, and the ability to obtain a DHS Suitability security clearance.

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• Job Title: Associate Scientist 1
• Company: Amentum
• Job ID: R0141924
• Location: San Diego, California, United States
• Work Type: On-Site, Full Time

Job Description 

The Associate Scientist 1 shall perform, at a minimum, the following tasks and responsibilities in accordance with standard operating procedures:

• Must be able to obtain/maintain a DHS Suitability security clearance

• Handling, receipt, and processing of operational, Quality Assurance (QA), and proficiency test (PT) samples potentially containing biological threat agents

• Performing non-research biological science work utilizing microbiological and molecular techniques, including but not limited to DNA extraction and real-time polymerase chain reaction (real-time PCR) to identify and characterize pathogenic bacterial and viral agents

• Preparing reagents and samples

• Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)

• Decontamination of workspaces, including Biological Safety Cabinets (BSCs), hoods/air boxes, equipment, and other items associated with processing and analysis activities

• Maintaining chain-of-custody as Associate Scientist 1

• Interpretation of results

• Data entry utilizing computerized or computer-linked systems

• Performing routine equipment calibration, cleaning, assembly, and maintenance

• Collecting, processing, and analyzing internal laboratory swipes/swabs for QA/QC and contamination monitoring

• Proper disposal of biohazardous waste

• Restocking and maintaining proper inventory of necessary supplies

• Supporting Program logistics in conducting and documenting annual inventory of DHS-procured durable equipment and property

• QA/QC and acceptance testing of reagents in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and the Laboratory Operations Quality Assurance Program Plan (QAPP) as Associate Scientist 1

• Adhering to QA/QC requirements in accordance with the Public Health Laboratory quality management systems and the QAPP

• Maintaining documentation of records demonstrating compliance with applicable training/retraining, competencies, and document reviews

• Analyzing routine external QA samples in accordance with the SOPs and QA Program guidance

• Proper archiving, storage, and shipping of samples

• Demonstrating ability to follow and adhere to written procedures and accepted practices in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, safety, security, and dress code policies, procedures, and guidelines, including DHS Safeguarding Sensitive but Unclassified (For Official Use Only) Information as Associate Scientist 1

• Preparing written and oral technical reports, answering questions, and making recommendations to the Lead Biological Scientist for inclusion in comprehensive reports

• Accurately performing work with confidence

• Demonstrating competency in various testing methodologies (e.g., multi-center studies), evaluating potential products and processes against unique environmental backgrounds, and meeting established deadlines

• Scheduled workdays include weekends and holidays

• Must be present for all hours of the workday, and be available 24/7/365 in case of emergency

Position Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in microbiology, molecular biology, or related biological sciences as Associate Scientist 1

• At least one (1) year of laboratory bench experience outside of an academic environment, utilizing PCR, aseptic techniques, and biological assays

• BSL-3 experience is desirable

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