Job Description

Kelly Government Solutions is a strategic supplier and business partner to the federal government and its key suppliers. Through our partnership with the National Institutes of Health, Kelly Government Solutions offers administrative, IT, engineering, scientific, and healthcare professionals the opportunity to work with one of the most prestigious research organizations in the world. We are currently seeking a Laboratory Technician - Cell and Molecular Biology with the National Institutes of Health.

This is a long-term contract position which offers:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit package
• Optional health, vision, and dental plans
• Paid leave (min 120 hours; prorated for part-time position) as well as 11 paid federal holidays and 401K plan.
• Access to NIH’s unparalleled resources and niche scientific initiatives. Ø Learn more about what Kelly can do for you at

TASKS. The contractor shall:

• Perform routine and complex lab experiments according to established protocols and aseptic technique, including tissue culture, cell separation, protein assays, Western blotting, immunofluorescence, and immunohistochemistry.
• Process, describe, analyze, and simultaneously organize multiple specimens and samples (e.g., blood, tumor tissue), including embedding, cataloging, storage, retrieval, and database updates.
• Operate, calibrate, and troubleshoot a wide range of laboratory instruments and equipment, ensuring they are prepared, functioning, and available for experiments.
• Execute preventive and advanced equipment maintenance, track performance and service schedules, run controls, document maintenance, and coordinate waste pickups.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records by collecting, entering, and updating experimental data in notebooks, spreadsheets, and databases; assemble results for analysis and presentations.
• Analyze, summarize, and interpret study data for completeness and validity, prepare reports and graphics, and present findings to the research team.
• Manage inventory of supplies, reagents, and consumables; prepare buffers/fixatives/solvents, replace expired materials, and initiate purchase orders to keep the lab stocked.
• Support cell line maintenance and primary cell culture work; prepare materials and equipment for experiments and ensure specimen readiness.
• Adhere to quality control procedures and sample governance policies to ensure testing accuracy, compliant storage, authorized retrieval, and proper chain of custody.
• Train staff in lab techniques, equipment use, safety practices, and protocol compliance, and help keep required safety courses and certifications current.

REQUIREMENTS. The contractor must have:

• Bachelors Degree in Biological Sciences or other related field
• 5 to 10 years of experience in Life Sciences
• Field of Study - Biology - Genetics - Physiology
• Software - PowerPoint - MS Project - NIH POTS - Outlook - Excel - Word
• Skills - Experience working with lab equipment - Performing biological research - Knowledge in managing hazardous waste

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE

When you apply, please know a Kelly Government Solutions Recruiter will review your resume and will contact you directly, if your skills and experience match the requirements of this position; a full job description can be made available at that time.

Due to the high volume of inquiries, we regret that we cannot accept phone calls. Even if you aren’t contacted for this position, you are still part of our talent network. All Kelly recruiters have access to your profile, which expands your opportunities even further.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, short-term disability, and a transportation spending account. Visit for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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