Deploys and administers server hardware, software, and virtual machine appliances in an Active Directory environment. Monitors system logs/e mail alerts and activity on servers and troubleshoots problems with applications and services. Performs OS and application patching/upgrades, system hardening, and helps to keep certification and accreditation of the systems. Follows

Provide animal care and husbandry to the animals during experimental and non experimental periods. This includes providing environmental enrichment in accordance with the applicable SOPs and EEP to all animals; monitoring animals as needed or as required by SOP and/or protocol; and having water available at all times. Report abnormal animal conditions to the Chief, Depart

Executes casework by conducting analysis of forensic samples using ISO 17025 acredited mass spectrometry techniques for the identification of biological toxins. Maintains accurate records of the processing and analysis in a computerized Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Participates in the development, validation, and conduct of mass spectrometry methods an

Performs routine BSL 2 and BSL 3 laboratory cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilization for the NBACC. Performs regular safety checks on emergency showers and eye flushing equipment. Cleans and mops change rooms and laboratories and collects, sterilizes, and removes containment waste. Stocks scrubs, towels, and laboratory supplies. Stocks kitchenette items such as coffee, s

Provide technical support at various levels of biocontainment, including animal biosafety levels (ABSL) 3 and 4 and non containment Participate fully in all aspects of animal work including those relative to observation and participation in experimental procedures Close visual attention is necessary in a majority of work and is the responsibility of the contractor to info

Provides input to the design, execution, analysis, and interpretation of scientific data related to the physicochemical, biological and/or pathogenic properties of infectious biological aerosols. Provides input on appropriate methods and procedures for assigned projects. Collaborates with other NBACC staff and external scientists in the design and evaluation of novel test

Provide technical support at various levels of biocontainment, including animal biosafety levels (ABSL) 3 and 4 and non containment Participate fully in all aspects of animal work including those relative to observation and participation in experimental procedures Close visual attention is necessary in a majority of work and is the responsibility of the contractor to info

Participates in the development, validation, and conduct of mass spectrometry methods and assays for identifying and characterizing biological threat agents including proteins and small molecular weight toxins using LC MS/MS, MALDI TOF analysis, SDS PAGE, Bioanalyzer and Endopep MS assays. Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots lab equipment such as MALDI TOF, UPLC, nanoL

Support facilitate research with refined animal models for biodefense agents as well as to test human samples associated with naturally occurring outbreaks in the high containment environment. Support activities in outbreak response field settings. Potentially participate in deployment rotations to international and domestic sites. Aid in outbreak activities involving res

Work with Chief, RRA, study directors, principal investigators, and other key staff to perform quality reviews of documents and records associated with nonclinical studies, to include those conducted under FDA Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) requirements. Perform quality review of laboratory study files, SEND packages and records to assure that calculations, content, refer

Serve as GLP Study Coordinator on studies evaluating candidate medical countermeasures for microbial biothreat pathogens at biosafety levels including BSL 4. The contractor shall carry out regulated laboratory studies to ensure compliance with the FDA Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) regulation and support a variety of laboratory based activities associated with FDA regula

Deploys and administers Cisco Firepower firewall/VPN, Cisco switches, and other network devices in a secure environment. Manages voice telecommunications system. Monitors system logs/e mail alerts and activity on network devices and troubleshoots problems with network connectivity. Performs Cisco IOS and other network device patching/upgrades, device hardening, and help t

Provides expertise to inform design, execution, analysis and interpretation of scientific data related to the physicochemical, biological and/or pathogenic properties of infectious biological aerosols. Determines methods and procedures for new assignments, including experimental plans and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) development. Collaborates with other NBACC staff

Performs scientific analyses/experiments in conjunction with senior scientists to support NBFAC/NBTCC projects. Maintains security as required for all sensitive For Official Use Only (FOUO) and classified materials as appropriate. Completes assigned training programs and adheres to all QMS requirements, documented laboratory procedures and ISO 17025, as applicable. Assist

Oversees receipt, accessioning, processing, storage, and inventory of bioforensic casework. Interacts directly and independently with Federal Law Enforcement. Maintains accurate casework records and documentation in a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) as well as other associated Sample Processing databases. Participates in the implementation and maintenance