Molecular Biology Research Assistant II

Culmen International is hiring for a Molecular Biology Research Assistant II to support the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) is the U.S. Army’s premier biomedical research facility, dedicated to protecting and enhancing the health and readiness of military personnel worldwide. The Medical Systems Readiness Branch focuses on developing diagnostics, countermeasures, and operational medicine solutions to ensure rapid response to emerging threats.

• Conduct molecular biology experiments, including PCR/qPCR, DNA/RNA extraction, and sequencing workflows.
• Assist in assay development and validation for diagnostic applications.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and ensure compliance with biosafety and quality standards.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data; prepare technical reports and presentations.
• Support procurement, inventory management, and equipment maintenance.
• Contribute to publications and presentations as appropriate.
• Support in Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) protocols.
• Assist in ordering and tracking supplies.
• Assist in record keeping and management.

• Experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS) and bioinformatics tools.
• Knowledge of pathogen detection assays and diagnostic development.
• Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Institutional Review Board (IRB), Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), and BSL-2/BSL-3 safety protocols.
• Strong organizational and communication skills for collaborative research environments.