Sobre este puesto de Research Technician II en Leidos
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Leidos has an immediate need for a Research Technician II to support the Expeditionary and Trauma Medicine Department and Cellular and Immune Based Adjuncts Department at the Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio (NAMRU-SA) in San Antonio TX. NAMRU-SA serves as one of the leading research and development laboratories for the U.S. Navy and conducts gap driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research to improve survival, operational readiness, and safety of Department of Defense (DoD) personnel engaged in routine and expeditionary operations.
Are you ready for unique and exciting work?
Please review the postings for both R-00191105 Research Technician II and R-00191109 Research Technician III and apply to ONE position that best aligns with your qualifications and experience. Applications for both positions are reviewed by the same recruiter and hiring manager.
Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for supporting laboratory-based research applying the latest scientific knowledge towards the solution of a broad range of theoretical and practical problems in the areas of trauma, hemorrhage and resuscitation, immunomodulation, directed health effects, and craniofacial health and trauma
Follow SOPs to conduct standard molecular and biochemical assays; performs daily laboratory experiments
Implements and maintains research files; maintains data and records securely, including the use of an assigned laboratory notebook
Assists in the maintenance of a clean and operational lab space
Assists in ordering and maintaining inventory of supplies for research
Sets up, operates, and calibrates laboratory equipment in accordance with research protocols
Compiles and may analyze data using scientific or statistical techniques; identifies technical discrepancies in results and suggests minor protocol adjustments
Reports on status of research activities
Routes administrative paperwork related to scientific products
Create and maintain supplies and sample inventory logs; perform laboratory inventory assessments
May assist with writing and editing material for publication and presentation
May handle and restrain (daily) various small and large animal species
May conduct and support surgical procedures, operating room maintenance, animal disease prevention and health surveillance, appropriate animal housing, record keeping for contract personnel, and ensuring specific pathogen free techniques
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Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree plus two (2) years’ research experience in related field
Demonstrated ability to independently follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and troubleshoot equipment
Experience conducting molecular and biochemical assays
Experience with hands-on animal research and hematological analysis, including proficiency in CBC, Chemistry, and ROTEM methodologies (only for one of the open RT positions)
Prior experience in a military medical laboratory is preferred
Ability to obtain and maintain required life-support certifications (AHA BLS, Healthcare Provider Course, or American Red Cross CPR; web-based courses not accepted)
Willingness to complete annual occupational health exams to maintain facility access clearance
Due to Federal contract requirements, US citizenship is required.
The candidate will be required to acquire, at a minimum, a SECRET classification access level. Preference will be given to a candidate who already has this clearance level.
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Original Posting:
September 1, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
