Kids Are Our Everything.
Department
10092 Bone Marrow Transp LabPay Range
$61,443.20 - $102,419.20Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree in basic science or a related field. (Required)
Master's Degree in biology or a related field. (Preferred)
4-5 years of experience in a clinical lab or GMP/GLP setting. (Required)
1 year Supervisory experience. (Preferred)
Required Skills/Knowledge
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Ability to bend, stretch, climb ladders, stand for long periods of time, etc.
Knowledge of manufacturing cellular therapy products, aseptic processing, cell-based assays such as flow cytometry and Elispot assays and/or release testing.
Strong computer skills.
Ability to work and collaborate with others.
Ability to wear all PPE, including facemasks, lab coveralls, shoe covers and hair bonnets.
Ability to follow procedures/policies and adhere to all documentation requirements.
Required Licenses and Certifications
Medical Laboratory Scientist certification, MT (ASCP) (Preferred)
Functional Accountabilities
Responsible Conduct of Research
Consistently demonstrates adherence to the standards for the responsible conduct of research.
Plans, conducts and manages research projects within federal and institutional regulations and policies under the direction of the principal investigator.
Uses research funds and resources appropriately.
Maintains confidentiality of data as required.
Meets all annual job-related training and compliance requirements.
Job Functions
Communicates effectively with management for any processing, product/assay development or equipment issues.
Assists with development and implementation of new CTL protocols.
Assists with coordination of logistics, including purchasing and shipping of miscellaneous equipment and products.
Participates in the management and operation of the lab.
Demonstrates independent ability to conduct scientific projects related to product manufacturing or product development.
Performs assays such as epitope mapping, immunofluorescence and IHC in addition to release testing assays.
Handles instruments required for assays.
Takes an active part in the optimization and validation of protocols.
Performs cell manipulation/evaluation procedures such as stem cell and/or cellular product cryopreservation, cell enrichment and/or purging, cell evaluation and sorting, cell culture and cell product thaw/wash and infusion.
Performs calculations for infusion cell doses, viabilities, dilutions and cell concentrations; manages aseptic handling of products.
Performs procedures and maintains accurate documentation in compliance with regulations.
Follows procedures/policies implemented by study sponsors and adheres to all defined processing and documentation requirements.
Maintains knowledge regarding donor evaluation, screening and testing, labeling and product acceptability and release criteria.
Works as part of a team to execute CTL operations in close collaboration with materials management, quality control, quality assurance and scientific leads.
Willing to accept temporary responsibilities outside of initial job description.
What You’ll Receive:
Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from
day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.
Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.
Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more.
Why Join Us:
Nationally Recognized Excellence – Consistently ranked among the Top 10 Children’s Hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
Leading Pediatric Care – One of the largest and most comprehensive children’s hospitals in the country, offering nationally ranked specialties and cutting-edge treatments.
Innovation & Research – A premier academic medical center with a strong commitment to pediatric research, education, and advancing the future of child health.
Mission-Driven Culture – Dedicated to providing family-centered care while fostering a collaborative, supportive environment for clinical teams.
The disclosed salary range includes the minimum and maximum rates within which Children’s National believes an individual’s base pay rate will fall for this position. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the maximum of the pay range. The exact pay rate for this position will be based on a variety of factors in alignment with the Children’s National compensation philosophy. These factors are legitimate and non-discriminatory including, but not limited to, the current market conditions; organizational needs; the individual’s combination of prior work experience, level of education, knowledge, skills, and other qualifications. Children’s National is committed to providing a fair and competitive total rewards package to each of our employees. This base salary range does not include our comprehensive benefits package or any additional compensation for which this position may be eligible.
Childrens National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The “Know Your Rights” poster is available here: and the pay transparency policy is available here: Know Your RightsPay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster.
Please note that it is the policy of Children's National Hospital to ensure a “drug-free” work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances, by all staff (management, employees and contractors). Though recreational and medical marijuana are now legal in the District of Columbia, Children's National and its affiliates maintain the right, in accordance with our policy, to enforce a drug-free workplace, including prohibiting recreational or prescribed marijuana.
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