(ID: 2026-1846)
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 (NIA). The primary objective is to provide services and deliverables through performance of support services.
Certifications & Licenses
Ph.D. in Biology, Life Sciences or a related discipline.
Field of Study
Biology
Software
MS office suite
Skills
Strong communications skills, both oral and written.
Deliverables:
Work products and documents related to updating and maintaining laboratory notebooks and databases; preparing summaries and reports based on results and findings; attending laboratory meetings; presenting results and findings to staff. - Ad-Hoc
Work products and documents related to performing chromatin biology techniques; performing basic cell culture; carrying out basic molecular biology and biochemistry experiments; carrying out confocal and epifluorescence microscopy; monitor maintenance and repair of equipment. - Ad-Hoc
Work products and documents related to preparing human peripheral blood mononuclear cells; performing magnetic bead purification of cellular subsets from PBMC; staining cells for flow cytometry and basic flow cytometry; preparing and analyzing DNA, RNA and chromatin from cell subsets; preparing ChIP-Seq, ATAC-Seq and RNA-Seq libraries and analyze data. - Ad-Hoc
Statement of Work Details:
Assists with performing basic laboratory experiments and procedures
Carry out basic molecular biology and biochemistry experiments
Prepare and analyze DNA, RNA and chromatin from cell subsets
Perform chromatin biology techniques such as chromatin immunoprecipitation ChIP,ATAC-Seq; prepare sequencing libraries
Perform basic cell culture
Carry out confocal and epifluorescence microscopy as needed for progress in project
Carry out single cell RNA/ATAC experiments and analyses
Prepares, organizes and maintains various lab samples, supplies, and equipment
Maintain laboratory equipment
Update and maintain laboratory notebooks and databases
Attend laboratory meetings, present results and findings to staff
Learns new laboratory techniques and procedures- Record research or operational data
Monitor maintenance and repair of equipment
Stain cells for flow cytometry and basic flow cytometry
Carry out basic molecular biology and biochemistry experiments
Prepare and analyze DNA, RNA and chromatin from cell subsets
Perform chromatin biology techniques such as chromatin immunoprecipitation ChIP,ATAC-Seq; prepare sequencing libraries
Perform basic cell culture
Carry out confocal and epifluorescence microscopy as needed for progress in project
Update and maintain laboratory notebooks and databases
Attend laboratory meetings; present results and findings to staff
Carry out single cell RNA/ATAC experiments and analyses
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.