Research Scientist - Axle
Bethesda, MD
About the Job
(ID: 2024-7083)
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 Research Scientist to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) located in Bethesda, MD.
Benefits We Offer:
- 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)
Overall Position Summary and Objectives
Under this task order, the contractor will independently provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. The primary objective is to provide services and deliverables through performance of support services.
Deliverables:
- Clean Equipment - Ad-Hoc
- Inspect Equipment - Ad-Hoc
- Meet with lab members to present updates - Ad-Hoc
- Conduct experiments on the growth and phenotypes of CRIPSR edited cells - Ad-Hoc
- Summarize and present research results to laboratory, department, and conference meetings. - Ad-Hoc
- Prepare and publish research papers that describe experimental results - Ad-Hoc
Work Details:
- Collect and analyze biological data about relationships among and between organisms and their environment 1
- Monitor and observe experiments, recording production and test data for evaluation by research personnel 2
- Culture mammalian cells and iPS cells 3
- Coordinate the work of biological technicians and technologists and other scientists 4
- Prepares research manuscripts for publication 5
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
Analyze experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings
Provides lab with support and training to operate real-time and digital PCR equipment.
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
Operate laboratory equipment to analyze samples
Analyze laboratory findings
Manage and organize storage of all lab frozen stocks of mammalian cell.
Learns new laboratory techniques and procedures
Program and use computers to store, process, and analyze data
Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards
Interpret research or operational data
Record research or operational data
Conducts literature searches to identify new methods to culture and differentiate iPS cells that prevent premature differentiation.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 represents priority rankings, where 1 is highest priority and 5 is lowest priority of those ranked
Minimum Education
Masters
Additional Qualifications:
Certifications & Licenses
- PhD in biological sciences
Field of Study
- Molecular Biology
- Genetics
Software
- Snap gene
Skills
- Culture mammalian cells
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.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: careers@axleinfo.com
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