Axle Informatics is a scientific research and information technology company that offers innovative computer services, informatics, and bioresearch solutions to research centers and healthcare organizations around the globe. With experts in software engineering, bioinformatics, molecular research, and program management, we focus on developing and applying technological tools and scientific techniques to empower the world of research. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of health (NIH), which means candidates will be receiving the best on-the-job training possible in this field.

Axle is seeking a highly ambitious, adaptable, structured, and detail oriented Scientist (Vaccine and Therapeutics) to join our vibrant team at Bethesda, MD.

Responsibilities

• Design experiments to achieve project goals under the guidance of senior lab staff by drawing on experience with molecular biology and virology techniques including infection, neutralization assay, infectivity assay, RNA isolation, and organizing sequencing data; replication competent Vesicular Stomatitis Virus derived vectors; ECL-based immunoassay (e.g. MSD platform), Luminex platform western blotting; immunoassay development.
• Write and manage biological safety documents/registrations in compliance with NIH guidelines and safe policy.
• Perform project management such as experimental planning, budgeting for material spending, tracking deliverables, and interacting with vendors.
• Perform lab management including lab equipment management and maintenance.
• Work on diverse projects with an ability to prioritize as appropriate based on guidance from senior staff.
• Maintain laboratory records including written lab notebooks and well-organized online data files.
• Analyze data, summarize, and generate presentations in an appropriate format. Present PowerPoint summaries of project data in group laboratory meetings.
• Contribute to laboratory maintenance and organization including sample inventories and data files.
• Assist in troubleshooting and calibrating various laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Assist in evaluating the validity of laboratory data; assess deviations in the experimental workflow in accordance with established protocols, previous training, or accepted laboratory practices.
• Assist in training others in basic laboratory and departmental procedures.
• Work with scientists, reagent and media suppliers, equipment sales representatives, instrument repairers, etc.
• Maintain compliance with current institute laboratory and safety guidelines.

• Bachelor’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in Molecular Biology or a related field.
• 1 year of experience reflecting demonstrable ability in the skill set described above.

Benefits

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  100% Medical Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
• Educational Benefits for Career Growth
• Paid Time Off (Including Holidays)
• Employee Referral Bonus
• 401K Matching
• Flexible Spending Accounts:
  • Healthcare (FSA)
  • Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
  • Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
  • Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

• $70,000- $95,000/yr.

The diversity of Axle’s employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment based on age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, status with respect to public assistance, and other characteristics protected under state, federal, or local law and to deter those who aid, abet, or induce discrimination or coerce others to discriminate.

Please email resumes at HR@axleinfo.com

Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individual’s assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description or responsibilities as needed.