Biological Scientist

Axle; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K match

Educational benefits

Employee referral bonus

Healthcare FSA

Parking reimbursement

Dependent Care Assistant Program

Transportation reimbursement

Job summary

Axle, a bioscience and IT company, seeks a Biological Scientist for the NIH/NIAID in Bethesda, MD. The role emphasizes laboratory biology, analysis, and documentation, supporting translational research and data-driven decisions.

Qualified candidates will have a Master’s or equivalent, 4+ years in biology, and strong skills in MS Office, Excel, and Prism. The position offers competitive salary and benefits with a focus on accurate record-keeping and safety.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology, Life Sciences or a related discipline.
• Three (3) years of specialized experience plus a Bachelor’s degree is equivalent to a Master’s degree.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in biology or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Review and research proper handling of different biological and chemical materials used in the laboratory.
• Maintain accurate daily records of experiments in bound laboratory notebooks.
• Perform a wide variety of complex procedures and techniques across cell culture, DNA analysis, sequencing, flow cytometry, and related methods.
• Provide specialized scientific support including participation in design, planning, conduct, and publication of experiments.
• Prepare media, stock supplies, and reagents for laboratory use.
• Assist in supervision of student training and practice presentations.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Record keeping

Safety procedures

Biology basics

Education

Master’s degree in Biology

Bachelor’s degree + 3 years experience

4+ years laboratory experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Prism

Job description

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 Biological 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.

Benefits We Offer:

• 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)

Certifications & Licenses

Master’s degree in Biology, Life Sciences or a related discipline.

Three (3) years of specialized experience plus a Bachelor’s degree is equivalent to a Master’s degree.

Minimum of four (4) years of experience in biology or a related field.

Demonstrates experience working in a laboratory environment.

Field of Study

Software

Experience in Microsoft Office, Excel, and statistical software such as Prism.

Skills

Demonstrates knowledge of maintaining accurate and detailed records.

Demonstrates knowledge of proper laboratory disposal methods and safety procedures.

Professional knowledge of the theories, principles, and methods of scientific specialty or subspecialty and related disciplines, such as biology, microbiology, chemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, virology, genetics

Work products and documents related to maintaining accurate, daily records of experiments and results in pen in bound laboratory notebooks - Ad-Hoc

Work products and documents related to performing a wide variety of complex procedures and techniques - Ad-Hoc

Work products and documents related to preparing various media, stock supplies, and other reagents for use in the laboratory - Ad-Hoc

Statement of Work Details:

Review and research the proper handling and methods of utilization for different biological and chemical materials in regular use in the laboratory - 1

Maintain accurate, daily records of experiments and results in pen in bound laboratory notebooks - 2

Perform a wide variety of complex procedures and techniques; cell culture, DNA analysis, DNA isolation, DNA purification, DNA sequencing, flow cytometry, gene cloning, manipulation of radioactive isotopes - 3

Provides technical experience needed to assist in studying the basic principles of plant and animal life

Provide specialized scientific support, including participation on the design, planning, conduct, and publication of experiments

Maintain accurate, daily records of experiments and results in pen in bound laboratory notebooks

Perform a wide variety of complex procedures and techniques; cell culture, DNA analysis, DNA isolation, DNA purification, DNA sequencing, flow cytometry, gene cloning, manipulation of radioactive isotopes

Assists with performing basic laboratory experiments and procedures

Prepare various media, stock supplies, and other reagents for use in the laboratory

Prepares, organizes and maintains various lab samples, supplies, and equipment

Work with human blood, body fluids or tissues, or other bloodborne pathogens in the research laboratory

Perform classification of pathogenic strains isolated from patients

Learns new laboratory techniques and procedures

Assist in laboratory supervision of student training such as teaching research concepts and helping with practice for presentation on an ad-hoc basis

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.

Salary Range

$105,000 - $112,000 USD

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