(ID: 2026-1674)
Axle 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 looking to add a driven, flexible, organized, and meticulous Scientist to our dynamic team. The Contractor(s) shall provide services in support of the overall functions of the Laboratory of Molecular Immunology (LMI), Division of Intramural Research (DIR).
Technical Requirements:
- Perform dissections of laboratory mice, preparing tissues for single cell analysis, and cells for functional analysis using molecular, cellular, virologic and immunologic evaluations
- Perform cell culture of immune cells, preparing cells for single cell analysis, and for functional analysis using molecular, cellular, virologic and immunologic evaluations
- Perform genotyping and phenotyping of mouse models of human diseases or conditions
- Characterize protein-protein interactions involved in immune cell signaling
- Perform biochemical characterization of protein-protein interactions involved in immune cell signaling.
- Keep and maintain a clean and efficient working laboratory environment.
- Order and organize necessary supplies and reagents.
- Maintain laboratory notebooks with sufficient details for reproducing results and documenting progress to support intellectual property evaluations.
- Maintain laboratory safety.
- Maintain accurate sample tracking and data management.
- Perform problem solving, call technical support to fix problems, initiate service calls or repairs, and interact with field service engineers and field application specialists for repair and optimization of laboratory equipment.
- Advise and assist the Federal Task Leader and other lab staff in molecular physiologic techniques.
- Assist and perform lab projects independently.
- Discuss and report data in peer reviewed papers and with the Federal Task Leader and scientists.
Specific Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Biology, Life Sciences or a related discipline.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in immunology
- Experience working in a laboratory environment
- Experience and knowledge of maintaining accurate and detailed records, and knowledge of proper laboratory disposal methods and safety procedures.
- Part-time: 20 hours/week
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.
This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location.