UES, Inc., has a laboratory technician position available to support research projects in the Biomaterials Branch within the Materials and Manufacturing Directorate at the Air Force Research Laboratory. The successful applicant will join a dynamic laboratory with a broad range of expertise in materials science, microbiology, biochemistry, molecular biology and chemistry. Under supervision, the technician will design and execute experiments using techniques from these disciplines to support research projects in biomaterials development and characterization. Duties may include but are not limited to: bacterial cell culture and manipulation, purification of culture components, RNA extraction, lipid membrane characterization, microscopy, protein expression assays, PCR assays, gel electrophoresis, nanoparticle synthesis and handling, and/or bioinformatics. The technician will assist in interpreting experimental results and therefore must keep accurate and detailed records of experimental data. Communicating research data is very important and the technician is expected to do so in written, oral and visual formats. It is imperative that the technician maintains a safe work environment and follows common laboratory safety policies. Productive and professional collaboration with laboratory and other personnel is also required. Travel to scientific conferences and collaborator institutions are possible. This position directly supports research within the Air Force Research Laboratory and will be located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, near Dayton, OH.

Requirements:

• This position is working within a government facility and requires US Citizenship
• M.S. (B.S. will be considered too) in life science-related field, including a solid foundation in bacteriology, molecular biology, Biotechnology, biomaterials, biomanufacturing and chemistry.
• Previous laboratory experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in aseptic techniques for bacterial culture.
• Biological microscopy experience, to include atomic force, confocal, and electron microscopy

Additional Information

UES, Inc. is an innovative science and technology company providing customers with superior research and development expertise since its inception in 1973. Our long-term success is a direct result of a strong commitment to the success of our employees. We look forward to reviewing your application.

UES, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.