Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Technical Manager

Culmen International is looking for a MLS Technical Manager to support a USAMRIID program at Fort Detrick, MD.

The MLS Technical Manager supervises medical lab personnel, develops SOPs, and ensures high-quality diagnostic and research testing using microbiological, serological, and molecular methods.

Oversee daily lab operations and clinical assay implementation.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (CLIA, CAP, etc.).
• Train staff and review QA/QC records.
• Troubleshoot lab instrumentation and methodologies.
• Support R&D efforts with diagnostic assay development.

• Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, microbiology, or equivalent.
• 5+ years in clinical or diagnostic laboratory settings.
• Skilled in microbiological and molecular diagnostic techniques.
• Leadership and training capabilities.
• Quality management and regulatory knowledge.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• MLS (ASCP) Certification required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance and enroll in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP), if required.

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.