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).

Overview

Axle is seeking a highly ambitious, adaptable, structured, and detail-oriented Biologist join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), Vaccine Research Center (VRC),Flow Cytometry Core Facility (FCC).

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of complex procedures in the Flow Cytometry Core Laboratory. Specific techniques may include, but are not limited to, monoclonal antibody conjugation, fluorescent dye chemistry, peripheral mononuclear cell isolation, multiparameter flow cytometry, T cell stimulation assays, immunophenotyping, and tissue culture.
• Conduct independent research under the guidance of the Chief, Flow Cytometry Core, including planning, and conducting of experiments, data analysis and peer reviewed publication of data.
• Coordinate clinical specimen management, including inventory, sampling, and analysis, in support of the clinical research protocols, in support of the ImmunoTechnology Section.
• Calibrate and operate a variety of laboratory instruments under standard guidelines and following Standard Operating Procedures to perform test, analyses, and other procedures.
• Interact with scientist from other organizations or institutions involved in similar or related research projects.
• Interact with students, post-doctoral fellows and non-doctoral research technicians on experimental design and laboratory based methodologies.
• Train laboratory personnel on optimal use of newly-built flow cytometry technologies and ensure that the data obtained by those personnel are appropriately generated.
• Maintain accurate, daily records of experiments.
• Analyze experimental data, prepare summary analyses for presentation and/or publication, and write substantial portions of manuscripts including such data.

Experience Required / Requirements

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s with laboratory based training in immunology or closely related field.
• Extensive experience with all aspects of flow cytometry including instrument standardization, calibration, and assay optimization.
• Excellent written skills and experience in oral presentations.

Benefits

• 100% Medical, Dental & Vision premium 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)

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Commuter assistance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Flow cytometry: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bethesda, MD 20892: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person