Science Program Analyst

Axle Informatics•Bethesda, MD

4d•$85,000 - $92,000

About The Position

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 Science Program Analyst to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the Office of the Director (OD) located in Bethesda, MD. Position Summary & Objectives Gather, organize, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data to support NIH efforts to: Prioritize human-based research Reduce and replace animal use in biomedical research, drug development, and regulatory testing Use Large Language Models (LLMs) and other AI tools, as appropriate, to streamline portfolio analysis and report development Track and analyze legislative, policy, and scientific developments related to human-relevant, non-animal research methods Attend, summarize, and report on meetings related to human-relevant, non-animal methodologies Prepare briefings, reports, slide presentations, and talking points for senior leadership within DPCPSI/NIH

Requirements

Environmental science or related scientific discipline
Data science and portfolio analysis
Computational toxicology
Novel alternative (non-animal) research methodologies
Large Language Models and AI-enabled analysis tools
Strong report and technical writing
Policy and legislative analysis
Quantitative and qualitative data analysis
Presentation development (briefings, slides, talking points)
Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

Gather, organize, and analyze data supporting NIH initiatives to advance human-based research approaches (Highest Priority)
Track legislative, policy, and scientific advances related to non-animal research models and integrate findings into reports and presentations
Develop slide decks and talking points promoting NIH initiatives to adopt human-based methods and reduce animal use
Draft briefs, reports, and other written materials for NIH senior leadership
Use LLMs and AI tools, as appropriate, for data analysis and preparation of briefing documents
Support cross-agency collaborations with: Federal partners, Research institutions, Private-sector innovators to foster a collaborative culture around non-animal research and testing
Produce detailed analytical reports for use by upper management
Provide technical expertise in evaluating programs related to non-animal research initiatives
Work with Evaluation Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) within DPCPSI/OEPR and the DPCPSI Director's Office to: Identify effective programs and policies advancing non-animal research methods, Contribute to evaluation efforts using established metrics, Collect and analyze internal data, Assist in drafting evaluation summaries and recommendations