Keywords: microbiology, bacteriology, infectious disease research, molecular biology, PCR, gel electrophoresis, DNA extraction, cell culture, BSL-3, biodefense, laboratory research, animal studies, protein analysis, Western blot, scientific data, lab compliance, biosafety, research support, government research, immunology, virology, assay development, laboratory technician. Piper Companies is seeking a Lab Technician IV - Bacteriology to join a government-focused infectious disease research program for a contract-to-hire position located onsite in Fort Detrick, MD.