Calibration Specialist

Overview

Ready to shape the future of science and global health? ATCC, a leading nonprofit biological resources and standards organization, is seeking an onsite Calibration Specialist  with experience in a scientific industry, engineering or laboratory field. Experience in metrology, use of analytical equipment, equipment troubleshooting is required. Calibration Management System experience (ProCal, DMLSS) preferred. Prior military or facilities experience highly preferred.

This role is based at ATCC Gaithersburg, MD location and will also support ATCC facilities in Manassas, VA and Germantown, MD.  Candidate must be available to support all 3 locations.  

Fantastic Biotech career opportunity for someone with an aptitude for mechanical troubleshooting.  Join ATCC and be part of a team that supports the global scientific community with trusted, authenticated biological materials.

Responsibilities

• Instrumentation Calibration & Maintenance: Perform hands-on calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of laboratory equipment. Ensure all instrumentation is calibrated and/or certified on schedule to comply with metrological guidelines.
• Standard Operating Procedures & Compliance: Write and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for various systems and calibration protocols. 
• Inventory & Vendor Management: Maintain records and inventory of equipment. 

Qualifications

• High School diploma and 5 or more years' experience or equivalent experience.
• Hands on experience in calibration, maintenance, and repair of instrumentation required.
• Experience in metrology, use of analytical equipment, equipment troubleshooting is required.
• Calibration Management System experience (ProCal, DMLSS) preferred.
• Prior military or facilities experience highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of metrological guidelines and current manufacturing practices.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to write clear and concise SOPs.

Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $95,000 to $105,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional incentive compensation including regular merit increases and the corporate bonus program.

We Invest in You 

• Health & Wellness: 
  • Comprehensive medical coverage and company paid Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, AD&D, & paid parental leave 
  • Work life balance with Paid Holidays and PTO
  • Fitness and cell phone subsidies, and additional benefits such as Aflac, legal services, and pet insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program offering around-the-clock counseling
• Financial security: 
  • 401(a) (6% employer contribution) and 403(b) (2% match) retirement plans
  • Exceptional career advancement opportunities, recognition, and rewards
  • Corporate bonus program
• Mission Focused:
  • Non-profit organization supporting critical life science research
  • We give scientists the tools they need to make discoveries that improve and save lives
  • Contribute to community involvement and social responsibility

Join ATCC, where we fuel your success, well-being, and development. We're a mission-focused non-profit Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrating a century of supporting global public health.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  Shape the future of science with us.