Automation and Assay Research Scientist

Culmen International is looking for an Automation and Assay Research Scientist to support a USAMRIID program at Fort Detrick, MD.

The Automation and Assay Research Scientist supports laboratory automation projects, assisting with integration of robotic systems and assay optimization for screening biological samples.

Implement and validate automated assay platforms.
• Program and maintain liquid handling instruments.
• Assist in transitioning manual protocols to high-throughput systems.
• Analyze data output and troubleshoot protocols.
• Contribute to process documentation and quality control.

• Bachelor's degree in biotechnology, engineering, or biological sciences.
• 2+ years in assay development or automation engineering.
• Experience with robotics and automated platforms (e.g., Tecan, Hamilton).
• Familiarity with assay validation and QC metrics.
• Basic scripting or instrument control knowledge.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance and enroll in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP), if required.

• Masters degree

Culmen International is committed to enhancing international safety and security,
strengthening homeland defense, advancing humanitarian missions, and optimizing government operations. With experience in over 150 countries, Culmen supports our clients to accomplish critical missions in challenging environments.

• Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision coverage with 100% of the premiums paid by the company for all eligible employees and their eligible dependents (including same or opposite sex domestic partners)
• 401k - Vested immediately and 4% match
• Life insurance and disability paid by the company
• AFLAC Available
• Opportunities for Training and Continuing Education
• 12 Paid Holidays

To learn more about Culmen International, please visit www.culmen.com

At Culmen International, we are committed to creating and sustaining a workplace that upholds the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We believe in the importance of fair treatment and equal access to opportunities for all employees and applicants. Our commitment to these principles is unwavering across all our operations worldwide.