Scientist

Axle • Rockville, MD

5d • $90,000 - $110,000 • Onsite

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 Scientist to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) located in Bethesda, MD.

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. in immunology or closely related field is required
• Experience with flow cytometry technology and data analysis is required

Nice To Haves

• MS Software

Responsibilities

• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment, troubleshoot issues, and update procedural manuals and methods for the Flow Cytometry Core.
• Perform a wide range of procedures and techniques to include, analytical flow cytometry, cell sorting flow cytometry, monoclonal fluorescent conjugation and panel staining procedures.
• Interface with researchers, suppliers, reference labs, and equipment personnel to support operational needs.
• Supports the planning and execution of research experiments in the context of the laboratory's overall research program.
• Develop assays to support development and/or QC testing as needed to support the flow cytometry core facilities and analytical programs.
• Supports laboratory staff on research projects and techniques.
• Draft standard operating procedures and update as needed.
• Interact with students, post-doctoral fellows and non-doctoral research technicians on experimental design and laboratory-based methodologies.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and the training of others in their use.
• Assists in maintaining adequate space and facilities for ongoing and projected research studies.
• Ensure safe laboratory practices are being implemented- Assist with lab supply inventory and procurement.
• Evaluates, analyzes and interprets research data, communicates results and methods in reports, presentations, and manuscripts.
• Identify and address unexpected test discrepancies, recommending solutions.
• Analyze laboratory testing reports and maintain detailed logs of all work-related activities.
• Attend and present at the annual International Society for Advancement of Cytometry (ISAC) meeting.
• Clean Equipment - Daily
• Meet with lab members to present updates - Weekly

Benefits

• 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K match up to 5%
• Educational Benefits for Career Growth
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare (FSA), Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK), Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP), Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree