Biologist

Axle Informatics is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations around the globe. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Benefits:

• 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
• Paid Time Off (Including Holidays)
• Employee Referral Bonus
• 401K Match
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Flexible Spending Accounts:
  • Healthcare (FSA)
  • Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
  • Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
  • Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

Overview

Axle is seeking a highly ambitious, adaptable, structured, and detail-oriented Biologist to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), Division of Intramural Research (DIR) / Laboratory of Parasitic Diseases (LPD).

Technical Requirements:

• Perform a wide variety of procedures and techniques which may include, but are not limited to: DNA analysis, DNA isolation, DNA purification, DNA sequencing, RNA isolation, PCR and NGS etc.
• Perform lab work with parasites and parasite DNA, using isothermal application techniques such as RPA, CRISPRCAS12
• Perform lab work within a BSL2+ environment
• Maintain accurate daily records of experiments and results
• Write reports of findings, state methods and procedures, including any modifications employed, specimens and materials involved, and results of experiments
• Assist with collecting and organizing the results of each experiment with the Federal Task Leader as part of the planning process for subsequent studies, and present these findings to the FTL and other members of the lab
• Assist in maintaining laboratory supplies and equipment, and in managing biological materials
• Assist with laboratory upkeep and routine maintenance of equipment, such as ordering lab supplies and materials
• Keep up with scientific literature for new methods and procedures that may be considered for application or modification to selected experiments; keep daily records of experiments and results in pen within laboratory notebooks and OneDrive; making minor modifications or adaptations to established methods, procedures, and/or techniques to solve problems in the work

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Minimum of two (2) years of related work experience in a laboratory setting
• Ability to effectively work independently and with others
• Good communication skills and writing skills are highly desired

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 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.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: careers@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.

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