Lab Technician III

***As required by our governmental client, this position requires an active secret clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain an active secret clearance to qualify.

Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH) is seeking a Laboratory Technician III to support the Biodefense Reference Material Repository (BRMR) within the Diagnostic Systems Division (DSD). This role focuses on laboratory operations, ISO-compliant processes, and the production of reference materials used across Department of Defense laboratories.

This position is ideal for a technically strong laboratory professional who is comfortable working in regulated and high-containment environments and is looking to continue developing their expertise in biodefense and diagnostic support.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for BRMR Technical Support Laboratory Technician III: $60,000- $65,000

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

BRMR Technical Support Laboratory Technician III Responsibilities Include:

Safely work with infectious agents and biological select agents and toxins (BSAT) in BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 laboratory environments, with a focus on viral work

Learn, apply, and maintain competency in ISO-compliant laboratory procedures within the BRMR

Support the production and characterization of accredited reference materials

Prepare viable and non-viable biological samples for distribution to DoD laboratories for diagnostic, training, and proficiency testing purposes

Accurately complete, file, and peer review laboratory documentation, including production records and lab notes

Maintain organized and up-to-date laboratory records and internal databases

Support internal audits related to ISO 17025 and 17034 standards and contribute to process improvement efforts

Cross-train across laboratory functions to support broader division research and operational needs

Assist in the preparation of technical reports, SOPs, and documentation as needed

Maintain a clean, safe, and secure laboratory environment in accordance with established protocols

BRMR Technical Support Laboratory Technician III Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

Bachelors degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field

25 years of experience in microbiology, virology, or a regulated laboratory environment

Experience working in a laboratory environment with biological materials

Familiarity with regulated laboratory environments (ISO, GMP, or similar)

Strong attention to detail and documentation skills

Ability to follow strict safety, security, and compliance protocols

Ability to work independently and resolve problems without constant supervision

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in high-containment laboratories (BSL-2/3; BSL-4 exposure a plus)

Experience working with viral agents

Familiarity with ISO 17025 and/or 17034 standards

Prior experience supporting federal laboratory environments (DoD, CDC, or similar)

Candidates must be comfortable working in high-containment laboratory environments and adhering to strict biosafety and security protocols

Additional Requirements

Must be able to obtain and maintain BPRP (Biological Personnel Reliability Program) certification

Ability to work in high-containment laboratory environments and meet associated medical and security requirements

Ability to support occasional travel, as required

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH) is a part of Cherokee Federal the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLC is focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the governments mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNIH, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military-friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Keywords:

Laboratory Technician

Microbiology / Virology

Biological samples

Laboratory operations

ISO 17025

ISO 17034

Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Biosafety

BSL-2

BSL-3

SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)

Documentation / Lab records

Quality control

Laboratory compliance

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