(ID: 2026-1841)
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).
Axle is seeking a Biologist to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Institute on Aging (NIA) located in Baltimore, MD.
Benefits We Offer:
Position Information:
Provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Institute on Aging. The primary objective is to provide research services and deliverables through performance of support services for the Confocal Imaging Facility core of the NIA IRP.
Deliverables:
Work products and documents related to conducting wet-lab works including harvesting and collecting mouse embryos, tissues and organs; perform histological techniques; conduct various molecular biological analyses. - Monthly
Work products and documents related to maintaining the laboratory’s supplies, equipment and experimental records. - Ad-Hoc
Clean Equipment - Weekly
Run Validation - Ad-Hoc
Inspect Equipment - Weekly
Meet with lab members to present updates - Ad-Hoc
Work products and documents related to training and supervising researchers in confocal microscopy - Bi-Weekly
Statement of Work Details:
Provides technical experience needed to assist in studying the basic principles of plant and animal life
Study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and function
Identify, classify, and study structure, behavior, ecology, physiology, nutrition, culture, and distribution of plant and animal species
Assists with performing basic laboratory experiments and procedures
Troubleshooting and optimizing laboratory protocols and instrumentation.
User training and support. Prepares, organizes and maintains various lab samples, supplies, and equipment
Operate laboratory equipment to analyze samples
Analyze laboratory findings
Operation of the TEM and support equipment
Responsible for a clean and organized laboratory.
User training and support.
Learns new laboratory techniques and procedures
Program and use computers to store, process, and analyze data
Interpret research or operational data
Record research or operational data
Pursue the research goals of the laboratory by conducting wet-lab works
Work with staff on performing various experiments and procedures
Harvest and collect mouse embryos, tissues and organs
Perform histological techniques, including tissue and/or whole-mount in situhybridization and immunohistochemistry
Prepare and organize various lab samples
Conduct molecular biological analyses
Provide a broad range of technical assistance to laboratory members
Maintain laboratory supplies, equipment and experimental records
Provide support for ordering reagents and equipment required for the laboratory
Certifications & Licenses
Master’s degree in Biology or a related discipline.
Field of Study
Biology
Software
MS office suite
FIJI-Image J
Zeiss Zen
Skills
Strong communications skills, both oral and written.
Proficiency in Confocal Light Microscopy
Must have 4 years demonstrated experience in a biological research setting with routine classic embedding and sample preparation techniques including ultramicrotomy for electron microscopy methods.
Experience with cryo-fixation preparation techniques for cryo-electron microscopy is a plus.
Demonstrated 2-5 years of experience using Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEMs) or Transmission Electron microscopes (TEMs).
Experience with Focused Ion Beam – Scanning Electron Microscopy or other volumetric electron microscopy techniques is a plus.
Familiarity with automated imaging systems with either light or electron microscopes in a biological research laboratory.
Experience with digital imaging of biological systems using light microscopy.
Familiarity with workflow using 3D reconstruction software.
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.
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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.