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Assistant Technical Officer jobs are open across government agencies, defense contractors, healthcare systems, and research institutions, covering specializations in lab operations, IT infrastructure, and field technical support, from entry-level to senior officer roles. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The Technical Support Officer will act as a main point of contact for assigned conference support for ASTMH, MiM and others as needed. They will work with technical staff to support efficient management and implementation of technical activities.
In close collaboration with the Sr. Director Malaria, the Technical Support Officer will provide specialized technical assistance in managing Jhpiego’s presence at two upcoming malaria conferences, the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (ASTMH) Annual Meeting (November 2026) and the Multilateral Initiative on Malaria (MIM) Conference (May 2027), and others if needed. This short-term casual position will provide surge support for the preparation, planning, coordination, communication, knowledge management, and reporting leading up to and after the conferences with the goal to ensure impactful organizational presence. The short-term position will liaise with the office of global and technical excellence (GPTE) including country projects and programs, the office of strategic growth and partnerships (SGP) and the Global Engagement and Communications Office (GECO).
Duration: October 2026 – June 2027
Specific Duties & Responsibilities:
- Excellent oral and written command of English
- Experience using MS Office 365 suite (e.g., PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, Teams) and tools like JIRA
- Understanding of branding and marking requirements for donor-funded projects is an advantage.
- Ability to work across multiple country teams and manage competing priorities and short deadlines.
- Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills; ability to translate technical program information into clear, accessible content.
- Experience developing communications products such as success stories, newsletters, infographics, briefs, and presentations.
- Demonstrated experience in managing conference preparation and presence in support of global health or development programs.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree in a related field.
- Three years of related experience.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Classified Title: Program Officer
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Technical Support Officer, Conference management - Casual
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MD
Starting Salary Range: $32.35 - $39.88 Commensurate with Experience
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Jhpiego
Department name: 60000105-Global Programs and Technical Excellence
Personnel area: Academic and Business Centers
Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.
Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.
Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.
Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
EEO is the Law
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit: https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.
Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.
The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
The Technical Support Officer will act as a main point of contact for assigned conference support for ASTMH, MiM and others as needed. They will work with technical staff to support efficient management and implementation of technical activities.
In close collaboration with the Sr. Director Malaria, the Technical Support Officer will provide specialized technical assistance in managing Jhpiego’s presence at two upcoming malaria conferences, the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (ASTMH) Annual Meeting (November 2026) and the Multilateral Initiative on Malaria (MIM) Conference (May 2027), and others if needed. This short-term casual position will provide surge support for the preparation, planning, coordination, communication, knowledge management, and reporting leading up to and after the conferences with the goal to ensure impactful organizational presence. The short-term position will liaise with the office of global and technical excellence (GPTE) including country projects and programs, the office of strategic growth and partnerships (SGP) and the Global Engagement and Communications Office (GECO).
Duration: October 2026 – June 2027
Specific Duties & Responsibilities:
- Excellent oral and written command of English
- Experience using MS Office 365 suite (e.g., PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, Teams) and tools like JIRA
- Understanding of branding and marking requirements for donor-funded projects is an advantage.
- Ability to work across multiple country teams and manage competing priorities and short deadlines.
- Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills; ability to translate technical program information into clear, accessible content.
- Experience developing communications products such as success stories, newsletters, infographics, briefs, and presentations.
- Demonstrated experience in managing conference preparation and presence in support of global health or development programs.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree in a related field.
- Three years of related experience.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Classified Title: Program Officer
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Technical Support Officer, Conference management - Casual
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MD
Starting Salary Range: $32.35 - $39.88 Commensurate with Experience
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Jhpiego
Department name: 60000105-Global Programs and Technical Excellence
Personnel area: Academic and Business Centers
Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.
Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.
Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.
Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
EEO is the Law
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit: https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.
Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.
The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant technical officer jobs.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in a technical, scientific, or information technology field
- Proficiency with technical documentation, reporting systems, or data management platforms
- Experience supporting compliance, quality assurance, or regulatory inspection processes
- Familiarity with industry-specific tools such as laboratory information management systems or network monitoring software
- Strong written communication skills for drafting technical reports and standard operating procedures
- Ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams including engineers, scientists, or IT administrators
Tips for Your Assistant Technical Officer Job Search
Tailor your resume to technical domains
Assistant technical officer roles vary widely by sector, so your resume needs to reflect the specific domain, whether that's laboratory compliance, IT systems, or field operations. Generic technical resumes get passed over when hiring managers are scanning for domain-specific terminology and tools.
Highlight certifications relevant to your sector
Certifications carry real weight for assistant technical officer candidates. CompTIA, ISO auditor credentials, lab safety certificates, or sector-specific compliance training can move your application past the initial screening, especially when competing against candidates with similar years of experience.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant technical officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by functional area
Filter openings by the specific technical function you work in, such as quality assurance, network operations, or research support. Applying to narrowly matched roles dramatically improves callback rates compared to casting wide across all assistant technical officer listings.
Prepare scenario answers for technical audits
Interviewers for assistant technical officer roles frequently ask about past incidents involving compliance failures, equipment malfunctions, or data integrity issues. Prepare two or three concrete examples where you identified a problem, documented it correctly, and helped resolve it within protocol.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
Before signing, clarify which systems, teams, or compliance areas you will own versus support. Assistant technical officer responsibilities vary enormously by organization, and vague scope leads to uncompensated workload creep, so get the functional boundaries confirmed in writing.
Assistant Technical Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant technical officers?
EEC Solutions, SAIC, and FHI 360 are hiring the most assistant technical officers right now, with openings concentrated in Virginia, Alabama, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially consistent in government contracting, healthcare systems, and defense-related research organizations.
How many assistant technical officer jobs are remote?
About 0% of assistant technical officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though this varies significantly by function. IT infrastructure and data support roles are most likely to offer remote arrangements, while lab operations and field technical support positions almost always require on-site presence.
How do you become an assistant technical officer?
Start with a relevant associate or bachelor's degree in a technical field such as information technology, applied science, or engineering technology. Build hands-on experience through internships, lab assistant roles, or IT support positions. Obtain sector-specific certifications, then apply to entry-level assistant technical officer postings that align with your functional background and industry.
Can you get an assistant technical officer job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level assistant technical officer positions exist specifically for candidates with limited professional experience. Employers in government agencies and research institutions often hire recent graduates who demonstrate strong technical coursework, relevant certifications, and documented internship or co-op experience. Focus your applications on organizations that list associate degree minimums and explicitly welcome new graduates.
What does the assistant technical officer interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen focused on your technical background and relevant tools. A second interview usually involves scenario-based questions about documentation, compliance procedures, or troubleshooting. Some employers add a practical skills assessment or a panel interview with technical leads. Government and defense roles may also include a background check component before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to assistant technical officer jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant technical officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that fit your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each one that matches.
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