(ID: 2026-1837)
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 Single Cell Biologist to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Institute on Aging (NIA) located in Bethesda, MD.
Benefits We Offer:
Position Information:
This single cell biologist supports research at the Center for Alzheimer's and Related Dementias by processing human tissue and cell lines, preparing sequencing libraries and analyzing data.
Deliverables:
Clean Equipment - Daily
Run Validation - Daily
Inspect Equipment - Weekly
Meet with lab members to present updates - Bi-Weekly
Statement of Work Details:
Provides technical experience needed to assist in studying the basic principles of plant and animal life
Plan and administer biological research programs
Study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and function
Develop and maintain liaisons and effective working relations with groups and individuals, agencies, and the public to encourage cooperative management strategies or to develop information and interpret findings
Assists with performing basic laboratory experiments and procedures
Collect and analyze biological data about relationships among and between organisms and their environment
Monitor and observe experiments, recording production and test data for evaluation by research personnel
Analyze experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings
Coordinate the work of biological technicians and technologists and other scientists
Prepares, organizes and maintains various lab samples, supplies, and equipment
Operate, calibrate, or maintain equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis, such as spectrophotometers, calorimeters, flame photometers, or computer-controlled analyzers
Maintain laboratory equipment
Analyze laboratory findings
Learns new laboratory techniques and procedures
Certifications & Licenses
Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
Field of Study
Genetics
Neuroscience
Molecular Biology
Software
Outlook
Seurat
R
Excel
Google Drive
PowerPoint
Skills
QC testing
Planning and optimizing experiments
Sequencing samples
Library Prep
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.
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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.