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Job Location: Rockville, MD

Jr. Service Desk Technician

(ID: 2026-1748)

 

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 nationally and abroad. 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 We Offer:

  • 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • 401K match up to 5%
  • Educational Benefits for Career Growth
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Flexible Spending Accounts:
    • Healthcare (FSA)
    • Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
    • Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
    • Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

 

Axle is currently hiring a Service Desk Technician to be the main point of contact for NCATS employees requiring technical assistance. This role provides support regarding computer hardware and software issues and may also support data center operational tasks. To be successful, the candidate will need experience supporting a service/help desk based on ITIL principles and have knowledge of data center operations, along with outstanding customer service skills.

 

Responsibilities

  • Serves as Service Desk Technician in fulfilling user requests and administering and troubleshooting hardware, software, or network problems with users.

  • Elevates complex and/or high-priority incidents or requests to appropriate personnel or support groups for timely resolution. 

  • Records required customer and problem information, updating records with the appropriate ITSM system for all actions taken. 

  • Verifies that suggested solutions effectively resolve the users’ problems through ITSM system notification or email follow-up. 

  • Thoroughly document steps taken to resolve incidents. 

  • Develops and documents support procedures. 

  • Acts as point of contact for client and management escalations. 

  • Takes ownership of mini-projects and ensures they are completed in a timely manner. 

  • Investigates and/or troubleshoots system and network issues to determine root cause and resolution. 

 

Qualifications: 

 

  • Ability to multi-task.

  • Ability to accommodate flexible work schedules.

  • Knowledge of Windows 10, Windows 11, Mac OS, or Linux.

  • Experience supporting virtual meetings within Zoom, Teams, and Webex.

  • Proven ability to work independently and work well in a team environment.

  • Composure to working well in a fast-paced environment. 

  • Customer service and interpersonal communication skills with a dedication to customer satisfaction.

  • Knowledge of PC hardware, operating systems, and networking.

  • Experience with supporting MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project).

  • Knowledge of managing users, groups, resource accounts, service accounts, and distribution lists in the Active Directory.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills. 

  • Excellent troubleshooting skills. 

  • Excellent documentation skills. 

  • Ability to comprehend Standard Operational Procedures and follow processes.

  • Sound judgment, a positive attitude, and a creative outlook are required.

  • NIH experience preferred.

 

Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals 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.

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.

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

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.

Salary Range
$65,000—$75,000 USD

Entomologist

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.  

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 Entomologist to provide scientific support services to the Laboratory of Malaria Immunology and Vaccinology (LMIV) in Rockville, MD

Job Requirements

  • Plan and execute research experiments in support of the laboratory’s overall research program.
  • Assist laboratory staff and the Federal Task Leader (FTL) with research projects and laboratory techniques.
  • Conduct entomology research related to malaria, including mosquito rearing, infection, and insectary operations.
  • Perform direct skin feeding assays and other malaria transmission research techniques.
  • Analyze and interpret research data and communicate findings through reports, presentations, and manuscripts.
  • Develop and implement new research protocols, techniques, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Organize and manage entomology research data and prepare reports for internal teams and collaborators.
  • Collaborate with academic, industry, and international research partners to support technology transfer and research implementation.
  • Track laboratory supplies, sample shipments, and inventory, and assist with research project coordination and scheduling.
  • Support preparation of budget reports and administrative tracking for research activities.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of laboratory experiments and procedures.
  • Communicate research ideas, results, and technical updates with the FTL and other team members.

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Entomology, Chemistry, Biophysics, or a related scientific field.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum five (5) years of laboratory experience conducting entomology research.
  • Minimum five (5) years of experience rearing mosquitoes, infecting mosquitoes, and performing direct skin feeding assays.
  • Experience culturing malaria parasites and operating an insectary.
  • Strong background in biological sciences, chemistry, or biophysics.
  • Experience analyzing research data and preparing scientific reports or manuscripts.
  • Excellent documentation, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting malaria immunology or malaria entomology research programs.
  • Experience collaborating with international research teams or multi-institutional scientific collaborations.
  • Experience developing research protocols, laboratory procedures, or SOPs.
  • Experience coordinating sample shipments, research logistics, and laboratory inventories.
  • Familiarity with technology transfer or research implementation in international field sites.

 

 

 

Disclaimer: 

The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals 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.

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.

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

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.

 

 

General Consideration

 

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 premier research organizations and facilities including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and other public and private organizations. 

 

Benefits We Offer:

  • 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)

 

At Axle, we are always looking for top talent to join our team! Please attach your resume for general consideration for open positions now and in the future. 

 

 

Computer Programmer

(ID: 2026-1537)

 

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 nationally and abroad. 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 We Offer:

  • 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • 401K match up to 5%
  • Educational Benefits for Career Growth
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Flexible Spending Accounts:
    • Healthcare (FSA)
    • Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
    • Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
    • Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

 

Axle is seeking a Computer Programmer to build and optimize scalable cloud and hybrid platforms using DevOps and SRE practices. This role focuses on automation, CI/CD, and supporting modern workloads like AI/ML, with an emphasis on reliability and efficiency.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Design and operate scalable, resilient, and secure infrastructure platforms across cloud and hybrid environments 

  • Champion DevOps and SRE practices including Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD, observability, and reliability engineering 

  • Build developer-friendly platforms (“golden paths”) that simplify deployments, reduce friction, and improve velocity 

  • Enable and optimize infrastructure for AI/ML workloads, including: 

    • Data pipelines and storage systems 

    • Model training and inference environments 

    • GPU-enabled and high-performance compute workloads 

  • Develop and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines for applications, data, and ML workflows 

  • Implement observability frameworks (metrics, logs, traces) to ensure system health and performance 

  • Define and manage SLOs, SLIs, and error budgets to drive reliability improvements 

  • Lead incident response, root cause analysis, and postmortems with a focus on continuous improvement 

  • Automate provisioning, configuration, patching, and environment lifecycle management 

  • Build and manage containerized and orchestrated platforms (Docker, Kubernetes) 

  • Support cloud migration, modernization, and platform standardization initiatives 

  • Ensure systems meet security, compliance, backup, and disaster recovery requirements 

  • Evangelize DevOps practices to development community on the AI driven tool integrations for  code standards, qualitative tools, security tools in the shift-left automation

  • Mentor engineers and promote best practices in DevOps, SRE, and platform engineering

  • Stay abreast of new technologies in your areas but not limited to AIOps, MLOps, cloud computing & deployment, site reliability engineering, infrastructure automation, security best practices, data engineering etc. 

 

Requirements:

  • Must have 6+ years of Hands-on Linux experience that includes specific technical experience with Ubuntu/CentOS/Red Hat operating systems, containers, dependency management and administration support

  • Must have 4+ years of experience automating Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) deployments to one of the following cloud platforms Amazon AWS, Google GCP and Microsoft Azure

  • Must have 4+ years in DevOps / SRE roles supporting production systems

  • Must have 4+ years with CI/CD and automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, Chef, Puppet, Jenkins, GitHub Actions

  • Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell or similar)

  • Experience with monitoring and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, or cloud-native equivalents)

  • Must be proficient using vibe coding and coding assistants to develop scripts, tools and applications for the DevOps and SRE use cases

  • Must have proficiency to debug or troubleshoot and/or deploying SQL and/or NoSQL databases, object storage, web servers, open-source programming stack for Node.JS, R, Python, .NET Core, Java is desired but not mandatory

  • Must be willing to learn new technologies, adopt and adapt to emerging technologies or needs from a project to a project

  • Cloud certifications is preferred 

  • Certifications in Docker, Kubernetes, Linux or Networking (CCNA or CCNP or similar) is preferred but optional

 

Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals 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.

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.

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

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.

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Salary Range
$75,000—$80,000 USD

Jr. Data Science Engineer

(ID: 2026-1766)

 

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 nationally and abroad. 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 We Offer:

  • 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • 401K match up to 5%
  • Educational Benefits for Career Growth
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Flexible Spending Accounts:
    • Healthcare (FSA)
    • Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
    • Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
    • Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

Axle is hiring a Junior Data Science Engineer to support projects across the federal space, including the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) within the National Institutes of Health (NIH). You will work alongside a collaborative team of developers, data scientists, and subject matter experts to build and enhance data-driven applications, APIs, and analytics tools that support scientific research and data exploration.

This role provides hands-on experience with modern web technologies, data pipelines, and cloud-based environments, contributing to systems that enable interactive data analysis and visualization.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree (or currently pursuing) in Computer Science, Data Science, Bioinformatics, Statistics, Engineering, or related field

  • Experience or coursework in JavaScript/TypeScript and/or Python

  • Exposure to full-stack development concepts (frontend and backend)

  • Familiarity with Node.js and Angular or similar frameworks

  • Understanding of RESTful APIs and web services

  • Exposure to version control systems (Git)

  • Familiarity with Agile/SCRUM development methodologies

  • Basic understanding of testing frameworks and debugging practices

Relevant Skills:

  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (written and verbal)

  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

  • Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

  • Interest in data science, analytics, or machine learning concepts

  • Familiarity with data visualization or dashboarding tools is a plus

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in building and maintaining data-driven applications using JavaScript/TypeScript and/or Python

  • Support development of web applications using Node.js and Angular

  • Contribute to the design and implementation of RESTful APIs

  • Participate in testing, debugging, and enhancing existing codebases

  • Help implement new features and performance improvements

  • Collaborate in Agile development cycles, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and code reviews

  • Support development of data pipelines, dashboards, and visualization tools

  • Gain hands-on experience working in NIH environments across multiple sites

 

 

Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals 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.

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.

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

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.

Salary Range
$80,000—$90,000 USD

Senior Software Engineer – Biomedical Informatics

(ID: 2026-1470)

 

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 nationally and abroad. 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 We Offer:

  • 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • 401K match up to 5%
  • Educational Benefits for Career Growth
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Flexible Spending Accounts:
    • Healthcare (FSA)
    • Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
    • Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
    • Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

Axle is seeking a Senior Software Engineer – Biomedical Informatics to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) located in Rockville, MD.

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with deep experience in scientific computing and biomedical informatics to lead the development and maintenance of software systems that support translational research. This role involves architecting and operating Python-based applications, managing cloud infrastructure, and working with biomedical data standards and machine learning models.

You will work across multiple project streams as part of a cross-functional team that includes data scientists, researchers, and other engineers. A key aspect of this role is partnering directly with subject matter experts — scientists and researchers who understand the problem domain but may not have a technical background — to elicit requirements, translate research needs into well-defined technical solutions, and ensure that delivered software meets their real-world needs. The role requires a seasoned, self-directed engineer who can make sound architectural decisions, mentor junior team members, take ownership of technical components end-to-end, and deliver iteratively in a collaborative research environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Architect, develop, and maintain Python-based scientific software, including client/server libraries, CLI tools, and containerized applications.

  • Lead technical design decisions and establish best practices for code quality, testing, and deployment.

  • Provision, deploy, monitor, and troubleshoot cloud services on AWS, including managing IAM roles, deployment pipelines, and S3 storage.

  • Work with embedding models and vector databases to support NLP and semantic search capabilities.

  • Design and maintain OMOP-compliant PostgreSQL databases, including vocabulary management and incremental data updates.

  • Develop and maintain data migration and extraction scripts, with appropriate logging and verification for completeness.

  • Conduct integration testing with external systems and evaluate model performance against large-scale datasets.

  • Drive documentation, testing, and CI/CD workflows to support reliable software delivery.

  • Engage directly with non-technical subject matter experts to gather requirements, clarify goals, and validate that delivered solutions align with research objectives.

  • Translate high-level research needs into actionable technical specifications and development plans.

  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence.

  • Participate in and help facilitate standups, sprint planning, and cross-team review meetings across multiple project streams.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • 5+ years of professional experience in software development.

  • Proficiency in Python for application development, scripting, and tooling.

  • Demonstrated experience with machine learning models.

  • Demonstrated experience making architectural decisions and owning technical direction for software projects.

  • Experience with AWS (IAM, S3, deployment, general infrastructure management).

  • Experience with PostgreSQL and relational database design.

  • Experience with Docker and containerization workflows.

  • Strong command of Linux development environments.

  • Experience with Git/GitHub workflows, including branching, pull requests, and code review practices.

  • Proven ability to work independently, prioritize across concurrent workstreams, and drive projects to completion with minimal oversight.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with NLP.

  • Experience with GPU computing (CUDA/NVIDIA).

  • Familiarity with the OMOP Common Data Model or biomedical ontologies and vocabularies.

  • Experience working with healthcare records, patient data, or clinical datasets.

  • Experience with PostgreSQL extensions such as pgvector for vector similarity search.

  • Background in biomedical informatics, translational research, or health sciences.

  • Familiarity with Jira or similar project management tools.

Interpersonal Skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical collaborators and translate domain expertise into software requirements.

  • Skilled at requirements elicitation — able to ask the right questions, listen actively, and bridge the gap between what subject matter experts need and what engineering can deliver.

  • Ability to work effectively across multiple teams and project streams with different leads, priorities, and cadences.

  • Comfortable operating in a large, cross-functional team environment where coordination and alignment are essential.

  • Proactive in communicating progress, raising blockers, and seeking input from teammates and stakeholders.

  • Tactful and professional when engaging with clients and external partners; able to navigate sensitive situations and escalate appropriately.

  • Receptive to feedback and committed to iterative improvement.

What We Emphasize

  • Proactive communication and early delivery over perfection

  • Ownership of well-scoped technical components with clear rationale for decisions

  • Self-driven initiative in managing code quality, versioning, and task completion

  • Willingness to research and adopt new technologies and libraries

  • Collaboration and mentorship within a multidisciplinary team

 

Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals 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.

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.

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

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.

Salary Range
$140,000—$160,000 USD

Entomologist

(ID: 2026-1763)

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 Entomologist to provide scientific support services to the Laboratory of Malaria Immunology and Vaccinology (LMIV) in Rockville, MD

Job Requirements

  • Plan and execute research experiments in support of the laboratory’s overall research program.
  • Assist laboratory staff and the Federal Task Leader (FTL) with research projects and laboratory techniques.
  • Conduct entomology research related to malaria, including mosquito rearing, infection, and insectary operations.
  • Perform direct skin feeding assays and other malaria transmission research techniques.
  • Analyze and interpret research data and communicate findings through reports, presentations, and manuscripts.
  • Develop and implement new research protocols, techniques, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Organize and manage entomology research data and prepare reports for internal teams and collaborators.
  • Collaborate with academic, industry, and international research partners to support technology transfer and research implementation.
  • Track laboratory supplies, sample shipments, and inventory, and assist with research project coordination and scheduling.
  • Support preparation of budget reports and administrative tracking for research activities.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of laboratory experiments and procedures.
  • Communicate research ideas, results, and technical updates with the FTL and other team members.

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Entomology, Chemistry, Biophysics, or a related scientific field.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum five (5) years of laboratory experience conducting entomology research.
  • Minimum five (5) years of experience rearing mosquitoes, infecting mosquitoes, and performing direct skin feeding assays.
  • Experience culturing malaria parasites and operating an insectary.
  • Strong background in biological sciences, chemistry, or biophysics.
  • Experience analyzing research data and preparing scientific reports or manuscripts.
  • Excellent documentation, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting malaria immunology or malaria entomology research programs.
  • Experience collaborating with international research teams or multi-institutional scientific collaborations.
  • Experience developing research protocols, laboratory procedures, or SOPs.
  • Experience coordinating sample shipments, research logistics, and laboratory inventories.
  • Familiarity with technology transfer or research implementation in international field sites.

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.

#IND

Salary Range
$90,000—$100,000 USD

Project Director

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)

 

Position Overview 

Axle is seeking a Project Director that will provide overall contract management and technical leadership for task areas supporting NIH. This role ensures effective coordination across computing services, data management, systems design, and analytic initiatives. 

This opportunity supports comprehensive computing services across multiple task areas, including project management, data management, computer programming, computing infrastructure, website development, systems design, statistical methodology, evaluation of NIH data and projects, and technical/administrative support.  

 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Provide overall contract execution oversight and technical leadership. 
  • Serve as primary interface with the NIH COR and Contracting Officer (CO). 
  • Oversee management of all task order efforts. 
  • Ensure successful execution of project plans, schedules, budgets, and deliverables. 
  • Lead kickoff meetings and performance reviews. 
  • Manage risk mitigation, staffing, and quality assurance activities. 
  • Ensure compliance with federal regulations and reporting requirements. 

 

Qualifications 

  • Experience managing large federal IT or biomedical contracts. 
  • Demonstrated leadership in computing, data management, or analytic environments. 
  • Strong stakeholder communication and contract oversight experience.

 

Education

  • Ten (10) years of progressive, successful experience managing complex projects.
  • Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related medical, scientific, or technical discipline.
  • A Master’s degree can be substituted with fifteen (15) years of proven experience managing complex projects and a Bachelor’s degree.   

 

Disclaimer:

 The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals 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.

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.

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

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.

Salary Range

$180,000 – $200,000 USD

 

 

Senior Full Stack Developer

(ID: 2025-0609)

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 premier research organizations and facilities including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and other public and private organizations. 

Benefits We Offer:

  • 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)

 

Overview:

Axle is hiring a Senior Full Stack Developer to work with a number of different clients across the federal space, including the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) within the National Institutes of Health (NIH). You will be working with a diverse team of full-stack developers, cloud engineers, and subject matter experts to design and build NCATS Notebooks Hub, a cloud-native solution for managing and enabling data analysis and data exploration through interactive developer environments (IDEs) and custom-built dashboarding and visualization applications. Our pipeline utilizes modern containerization and container orchestration tools in a cloud-based platform. 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Bioinformatics or other related field (years of work experience will be considered in lieu of degree)
  • 3+ years experience working with TypeScript/JavaScript
  • 3+ years experience as a full-stack developer
  • Experience with Jupyter notebooks and open-source application and dashboard projects (i.e., Shiny, Streamlit, Solara, etc…)
  • Experience with the following:
    • Node.js
    • Angular 19+
    • NoSQL databases (MongoDB)
    • Containers and container orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
    • DevOps tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
  • Familiarity with VCS such as Git
  • Experience with unit and end-to-end testing frameworks
  • Experience with using and leveraging GenAI technologies (i.e., CursorAI, Cline, Windsurf)

 

Relevant Skills:

 

  • Critical thinking, problem solving, and attention to detail
  • Clear, concise communication
  • Technical writing ability
  • Familiarity working in an Agile environment
  • Attention to detail when building visually appealing and intuitive UI

Responsibilities:

  • Build scalable, reliable, and flexible applications in TypeScript using NodeJS and Angular 9+
  • Design, implement, and/or use RESTful web services
  • Implement modern and responsive UI for the web and variety of devices
  • Participate in agile software development, prototyping, testing, and code reviews with a small team of developers
  • Write robust unit and end-to-end tests

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 is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individual’s assigned to this position or job. 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 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.

Salary Range
$120,000—$145,000 USD

Associate Director of AI and Data

(ID: 2026-1573)

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 nationally and abroad. 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 We Offer:

  • 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • 401K match up to 5%
  • Educational Benefits for Career Growth
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Flexible Spending Accounts:
    • Healthcare (FSA)
    • Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
    • Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
    • Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

 

Axle is seeking a visionary and operationally astute Associate Director of Artificial Intelligence, Modeling, and Data to lead our charge at the frontier of biomedical innovation. In this pivotal leadership role, you will architect the future of AI-driven discovery, bridging the gap between advanced computational science and life-saving clinical research.

 

Sitting at the nexus of our Data Science and Biomedical Research divisions, you will oversee the strategic development and deployment of high-performance AI/ML solutions that empower federal health agencies, including the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS). You will be the technical conscience and strategic driver for a diverse portfolio of projects, ranging from the optimization of our open-source Polus platform to the implementation of Generative AI pipelines for drug discovery and high-dimensional data analysis.

 

This is not merely a management role; it is a mission-critical position for a leader who is passionate about the “public good” of science. You will galvanize interdisciplinary teams of PhD scientists, machine learning engineers, and software architects to solve complex health challenges, such as pandemic preparedness and rare disease treatment. As an Associate Director, you will combine deep technical expertise with executive presence, serving as a trusted advisor to government stakeholders and a key architect of Axle’s long-term growth in the federal health IT sector.

 

Core Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership of the AI/ML Roadmap

  • Visionary Architecture: Architect and execute a comprehensive AI/ML strategy that aligns Axle’s technical capabilities with the NIH Strategic Plan for Data Science (2025–2030). You will define the long-term vision for integrating Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and Agentic Workflows into federal research environments, moving beyond static analysis to active, AI-assisted discovery.

  • Platform Evolution (Polus): Spearhead the evolution of the Polus platform, transitioning it from a robust image analysis tool into a fully integrated, multi-modal research ecosystem. You will oversee the roadmap for new feature development, ensuring scalability, security, and interoperability across cloud environments (AWS/GCP/Azure) using containerized architectures (Docker/Kubernetes).

  • AI Governance & Compliance: Establish and enforce rigorous AI Governance frameworks. You will operationalize the NIST AI Risk Management Framework (RMF) across all projects to ensure fairness, interpretability, and compliance with federal ethical standards. You will lead “Gap Analysis” and “Risk Management” exercises to ensure all AI deployments are trustworthy and transparent.

 

2. Oversight of Complex Modeling & High-Dimensional Data Pipelines

  • Petabyte-Scale Engineering: Direct the design and implementation of high-throughput data pipelines capable of ingesting and analyzing petabyte-scale datasets (genomics, proteomics, EHR). You will ensure these systems adhere to FAIR data principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable), facilitating seamless data sharing across NIH institutes and global research centers.

  • Translational Science De-risking: Oversee the development of predictive models for translational science, focusing on “de-risking” drug discovery and clinical trial design. This involves guiding technical teams in the application of deep learning techniques to identify molecular targets, predict therapeutic outcomes, and simulate clinical scenarios (Digital Twins).

  • Operational Excellence (MLOps): Optimize MLOps and DevSecOps processes to ensure the rapid, secure deployment of models from prototype to production. You will champion a culture of “automation first,” reducing time-to-insight for researchers by streamlining the transition from Jupyter notebooks to containerized, cloud-native services.

 

3. Business Development & Federal Growth (Capture Support)

  • Lead Solution Architect: Partner with the Growth and Capture teams to drive new business acquisition. You will serve as the Lead Solution Architect for major proposal efforts ($50M+), authoring technical volumes, developing win themes, and creating compelling solution graphics that demonstrate Axle’s technical differentiation.

  • Proposal Authorship: Personally write key sections of technical proposals, including the “Technical Approach,” “Staffing Plan,” and “Risk Mitigation” volumes. You will translate complex agency requirements into winning narratives that score highly with federal evaluators.

  • Client Liaison: Galvanize relationships with key federal stakeholders (Project Officers, CIOs, Lab Chiefs). You will act as the primary technical liaison, translating complex agency requirements into deliverable technical solutions and presenting these visions in competitive “Black Hat” sessions and oral presentations.

 

4. Mentorship of Data Scientists & Engineers

  • Interdisciplinary Team Building: Cultivate a high-performance, interdisciplinary team culture. You will manage and mentor a diverse group of data scientists, bioinformaticians, and software engineers, fostering an environment of psychological safety where “expert” scientific knowledge seamlessly integrates with “agile” engineering practices.

  • Continuous Learning: Drive continuous learning and upskilling initiatives. You will establish internal “Communities of Practice” for AI and Data Science, ensuring that Axle’s workforce remains at the bleeding edge of technologies like Graph Neural Networks and Federated Learning.

  • Democratization of AI: Democratize access to AI tools within the client environment. You will lead efforts to create “low-code/no-code” interfaces and training programs that empower non-technical NIH researchers to utilize advanced analytics independently.

 

Required Qualifications: To effectively lead in this high-stakes environment, candidates must possess a rare combination of advanced academic training and battle-tested industry experience.

 

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Data Science, or a related quantitative discipline is highly preferred to ensure peer-level credibility with NIH scientists.

  • Alternatively, a Master’s degree in one of the above fields with exceptional, demonstrated leadership experience in a federal or research-intensive setting will be considered.

 

Experience:

  • 8–10+ years of progressive experience in data science, AI/ML engineering, or computational biology, with a focus on high-dimensional data.

  • 3–5+ years of leadership experience managing cross-functional teams (e.g., managing both PhD researchers and software developers) in a matrixed organization.

  • Federal Contracting Experience: Demonstrated experience with Federal Business Development, including writing technical proposals and supporting capture activities for contracts valued at $15M+.

  • Regulatory Experience: Proven track record of delivering complex AI/ML solutions in a regulated environment, with specific familiarity with HIPAA, FedRAMP, or NIST AI RMF compliance.

 

Technical Skills: The Assistant Director must possess deep, hands-on technical fluency to command respect from engineering teams and validate architectural decisions.

  • Core AI/ML: Expert-level understanding of Deep Learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow), Classical Machine Learning (Scikit-Learn), and Generative AI architectures (Transformers, LLMs, RAG).

  • Languages: Proficiency in Python (primary) and R (secondary); familiarity with Java or C++ (for Polus backend optimization) is a strong plus.

  • Cloud Architecture: Extensive experience with Cloud-Native AI pipelines on AWS (SageMaker, HealthLake), GCP (Vertex AI, BigQuery), or Azure. Knowledge of the NIH STRIDES initiative and cloud economics is essential.

  • Data Engineering: Mastery of big data technologies (Spark, Databricks) and workflow orchestration tools (Airflow, Nextflow, Cromwell).

  • MLOps & DevOps: Strong knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins), and model monitoring/governance tools.

  • Visualization & Platforms: Experience with advanced visualization tools (DeepZoom, WebGL) and platform development (building APIs, microservices).

 

Preferred Skills: Candidates with the following specific experiences will be given immediate priority:

  • NIH Ecosystem Experience: Direct experience working with NIH, NCATS, NIAID, or similar federal health agencies. Understanding of the specific data challenges within the federal health sector is highly valued.

  • Open Source Leadership: Contributions to or leadership of open-source scientific software projects. Specific familiarity with the Polus platform or the National COVID Cohort Collaborative (N3C) data enclave is a distinct advantage.

  • NIST AI RMF Practitioner: Demonstrated experience implementing the NIST AI Risk Management Framework (Map, Measure, Manage, Govern) in a real-world setting.

  • Domain Expertise: Specialized knowledge in High-Content Imaging, Cheminformatics, Genomics, or Real-World Data (RWD) analytics.

 

Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals 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.

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.

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

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.

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Salary Range
$150,000—$190,000 USD