Lead Molecular Pathology Technician

Culmen International is seeking a Lead Molecular Pathology Technician to support a USAMRIID program at Fort Detrick, MD.

The Lead Molecular Pathology Technician performs histopathology and molecular tissue assays in support of research studies evaluating disease pathology and therapeutic efficacy.

• Perform tissue trimming, embedding, microtomy, and staining.
• Conduct in situ hybridization and immunohistochemistry.
• Maintain accurate tissue logs and digital records.
• Support necropsy operations and BSL-3/4 containment procedures.
• Train junior technicians and maintain lab instrumentation.

• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or histotechnology.
• 5+ years in histology or pathology labs.
• Strong experience with histological and molecular staining.
• Familiarity with digital pathology platforms.
• Ability to follow biosafety and necropsy protocols.
• Meticulous attention to quality and labeling.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance and enroll in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP), if required.

•  HT/HTL (ASCP) certification preferred.

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.