Biologist NIH

About the Role Cape Fox Facilities Services is seeking a Biologist to support the Laboratory of Bacteriology (LB) within the NIH Division of Intramural Research (DIR) - RML, Hamilton, MT. This exempt, full-time position pays $37.60 per hour for up to 40 hours per week and offers benefits including holidays, paid leave, health/dental/vision insurance, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and 401K with company match. The role involves working in high-containment BSL-3 facilities to support research on priority pathogens and related work across the lab.

What You'll Do

• Perform complex experimental procedures involving sterile cell culture techniques (passaging, cryopreservation, maintenance) of eukaryotic cell lines.
• Conduct standard bacteriological techniques including bacterial stock preparation, scale-up, and characterization.
• Maintain lab records and biospecimen repositories, transfer/removal logs, and BSL-3 lab user records.
• Work in ABSL/BSL-3 environments; complete necessary training and obtain Biosurety clearance.
• Produce and update laboratory reagents; order reagents and equipment, obtain quotes, track orders, manage inventory, and restock.
• Uphold safety and occupational health rules; contribute to a safe workplace.
• Collaborate within a team; possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Assist with in vitro and in vivo research (rodents) in ABSL-3 settings.
• Analyze data and present results; maintain detailed records suitable for NIH or publication.
• Travel up to 10% as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 1 year of experience or Master’s Degree (thesis preferred).
• Documentation of BSL-3 experience and training.
• Ability to wear PPE including a PAPR breathing hood; read/write/understand English; and receive required vaccinations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Capacity to obtain and maintain NIH Tier 3 elevated security clearance; active status in NIH Biosurety program.
• Flexible hours, ability to work independently and in a team; strong safety mindset and adherence to protocols.
• Willingness to work in high-containment laboratory environments.

Nice to Have

• Master’s degree with thesis is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay of $37.60 for up to 40 hours/week.
• Benefits: specified holidays, paid leave, health insurance, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and 401K with company match.