Associate Scientist I Phoenix

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Phoenix, AZ
In-Office
Big Data • Information Technology • Software • Analytics
The Role

Empower, Innovate, Impact!  At Team A-TEK, we EMPOWER people to drive INNOVATION that IMPACTS mission!

A-TEK operates at the intersection of mission and innovation by applying our deep domain expertise across the federal markets. Embracing our digital-first strategy, A-TEK provides enhanced capabilities in application development, digital transformation, enterprise IT, and scientific services. Our solutions are designed to modernize, automate, secure, protect, and enhance the operations of our federal clients, ensuring they stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Our work is fueled by a passion to serve our clients’ needs and to protect the safety and welfare of Americans. That passion shapes how we nurture our most valuable asset – Our Employees. A-TEK actively cultivates the talent that drives our success and fosters a creative, challenging, and mission-driven work environment for current and future employees.


This position will be responsible for performing non-research molecular testing to rapidly identify and characterize potential pathogenic bacterial and viral threat agents. Ensures incoming biological samples are processed and triaged maintaining chain of custody. Performs and interprets a variety of specialized tests and strains, detection, and identification of pathogenic microorganisms. Prepares written and oral reports, answers questions, troubleshoot and makes recommendations to the supervisor for inclusion in comprehensive reports on test findings. Maintains and operates equipment including performing calibrations, adjustments, and to operate equipment and instruments properly and in a safe manner. Participates in cross training related to bioterrorism and other public health emergencies. Additionally, will be responsible for maintaining knowledge and skills related to position and program and to carry out all procedures in accordance with proper handling and storage of various biological materials. Must be available 24/7/365 to respond in case of emergency.  Rotating weekends and some holidays are required. Kindly be aware that drug screening is a mandatory condition of employment for this position.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in microbiology, molecular biology, or related course work in biological sciences.

REQUIRES at least one year of laboratory bench experience, utilizing PCR, aseptic techniques and experience with biological assays. Laboratory training that is assigned or accompanies an associated course is not considered applicable training. Biological Safety Level (BSL)-3 experience is highly desirable.

This position supports a federal contract which requires that all employees and job applicants hold a valid US Green Card or US Citizenship at the time of application. 

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A-TEK, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected Veteran status. Verification of education may be requested before or during the hiring process.

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The Company
HQ: McLean, VA
148 Employees
Year Founded: 1996

What We Do

A-TEK, and our wholly-owned subsidiary, Mackson Consulting | an A-TEK Company, are woman-owned small businesses with more than a 23-year history providing science and technology innovation. As a trusted services and solutions provider, we are a proud partner to U.S. Federal Civilian, Federal Health, and Homeland Security customers.

A-TEK, and its subsidiary, Mackson Consulting, provides high-end IT services and solutions, coupled with a scientific staffing capability that supports health and national security missions. Our customers include U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health (NIH), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)), Department of Commerce (DoC), Department of Justice(DoJ), Veteran Affairs (VA), and the Library of Congress (Library).

A-TEK maintains its competitiveness by applying domain expertise across the federal markets. We provide enhanced capabilities in application development, enterprise IT, and scientific services that optimize, modernize, secure, protect, improve, and comply with customers’ needs.

A-TEK's program engagement model employs methodologies and strategies based on PMBOK and our ISO 9001:2015 certified quality assurance processes to successfully meet schedule, budget and performance objectives.

A-TEK, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected Veteran status.

Contract Vehicles:

NIH CIO-SP3 IT Services - HHSN316201200006W

GSA Schedule 70 - Information Technology Products and Services: GS-35F-0680K

GSA Schedule 6211 - VA Affairs-Professional & Allied Healthcare Staffing: V77P-7135

GSA Schedule 874 MOBIS - GS-10F-0099Y

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