Overview:Axle Informatics 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 around the globe. 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).

Overview
Axle is seeking a highly ambitious, adaptable, structured, and detail-orientedScientist to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), Divisions of Intramural Research (DIR), Laboratory of Parasitic Diseases (LPD).

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced tissue clearing methods and combine them with 16S rDNA sequencing, multiplex fluorescence in situ hybridization, confocal spectral microscopy, and computerized image processing.
• Develop quantitative assays for the sensitivity and specificity of DNA probes for in vitro rRNA hybridization.
• Use imaging methods to examine the biogeography of the cecal microbiota.
• Perform molecular biology techniques such as CRIPSR/Cas9 targeted genome editing,
• immunology, and willingness to perform animal experiments, such as on mice.
• Perform general lab management, and responsible for laboratory upkeep and routine maintenance.
• of equipment, maintaining laboratory supplies and equipment including chemicals, biological materials, etc., required to handle biological materials, carcinogens, recombinant protein materials, acids, biological wastes, etc., maintaining work bench and equipment related to projects. Catalog and label laboratory samples.
• Help with maintaining and organizing inventory of samples and metadata, and with managing inventory of laboratory supplies and reagents. Liaise with vendors as needed.
• Maintain detailed records of experiments and their results and prepare the information resulting from these experiments for presentations at laboratory-wide meetings and for publication.
• Write reports of findings, state methods and procedures, include any modifications employed, specimens and materials involved and results of experiments. Maintain laboratory records. Interpret, evaluate, and discuss the results of each experiment with the supervisor as part of the planning process for subsequent studies.
• Operate and communicate effectively in a group, team-oriented working environment. Work with and support others in a collegial, open, respectful, and interactive working manner. Work collaboratively with others in the lab to generate data for publications.
• Assist in the analysis and interpretation of data and preparing summaries of laboratory findings to be used in reports and papers to be presented at scientific meetings and/or publication in scientific journals.
• Work with other lab staff (postdocs, PhD students and postbacs) effectively as group, duties such as hands-on bench skills, sterile technique, including high-throughput sample analyses, tissue culture, animal studies, next generation sequencing and general bench/cellular techniques.

Experience Required / Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any field is required, preferably in communications, public relations, or business.
• Minimum of one (1) year of related experience is required.
• Experience in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Knowledge of standard office procedures in order to provide administrative support and to respond to customer needs.
• Knowledge of office filing systems in order to set up, organize, and maintain files and records.
• Knowledge of marketing, advertising, communications, or related fields.
• Knowledge of personal computers, including word-processing spreadsheets and database software, to enter and retrieve computerized data and prepare reports and a wide variety of other documents.
• Verbal and written communication skills to provide effective customer service and to complete forms and other documents.
• Ability to coordinate logistical support for events such as conferences or other outreach events.

Benefits

• 100% Medical, Dental & Vision premium coverage for Employees
• Paid Time Off (Including Holidays)
• Employee Referral Bonus
• 401K Match
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Flexible Spending Accounts:
• Healthcare (FSA)
• Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
• Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
• Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

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 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.

Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individual’s 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.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• 16S rDNA sequencing: 1 year (Required)
• CRIPSR/Cas9: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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