Biologist Inner Ear

Axle; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision for Employees

401K match up to 5%

Educational Benefits for Career Growth

Employee Referral Bonus

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Healthcare (FSA)

Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)

Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP

Transportation Reimbursement Account (

Job summary

Axle, a bioscience and information technology company, seeks a Biologist to support the National Institutes of Health at NIDCD in Bethesda, MD.

The role involves designing and executing lab experiments, handling transgenic mice, and analyzing microscopy data, with a Master’s degree required.

Experience with confocal microscopy and computational analysis preferred; salary range is listed below.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Familiarity with confocal microscopy preferred.
• Experience with transgenic mice and mouse colony management.
• Experience with computational analysis of microscopy data.
• Experience with sample preparation for confocal microscopy.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample preparation for studies of rodent inner ear cellular biology.
• Collect and analyze biological data about relationships among and between organisms and their environment.
• Operate laboratory equipment to analyze samples.
• Analyze laboratory findings.
• Program and use computers to store, process, and analyze data.
• Provides technical experience needed to assist in studying basic principles of plant and animal life.
• Assists with performing basic laboratory experiments and procedures.
• Prepares, organizes and maintains various lab samples, supplies, and equipment.
• Learns new laboratory techniques and procedures.

Skills

Confocal microscopy

Microscopy data analysis

Transgenic mice management

Sample preparation for confocal

Education

Master’s degree

Miscellaneous Biology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

(ID: 2026-2991)

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 Biologist to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) 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)

Position Overview

The Biologist provides advanced scientific and technical support to the Laboratory of Cell Structure and Dynamics within the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), Division of Intramural Research. The position supports investigations of inner ear cellular biology through the design and execution of laboratory experiments, preparation and analysis of biological specimens, management of transgenic mouse colonies, and collection and interpretation of microscopy data. A Master’s degree is required, with a preferred field of study in Miscellaneous Biology. Familiarity with state-of-the-art confocal microscopy systems, computational analysis of microscopy data, transgenic mice and mouse colony management, and sample preparation for confocal microscopy is preferred.

Certifications & Licenses

• Master’s degree

Field of Study

• Miscellaneous Biology

Software

• Microsoft Office

Skills

• Familiarity with state-of-the-art confocal microscopy systems

• Experience with computational analysis of microscopy data

• Experience with transgenic mice and mouse colony management

• Experience with sample preparation for confocal microscopy

Deliverables

• Data Analysis and Reports: Written summaries of experimental findings, including figures and interpretations, delivered as needed for internal review, publications, and presentations — Ad-Hoc

• Literature Summaries: Periodic summaries of relevant scientific literature to support experimental design and methodology selection — Ad-Hoc

• Laboratory Management Records: Up-to-date inventory logs, reagent tracking, and equipment maintenance documentation — Ad-Hoc

• Progress Updates: Provides updates (oral or written) during lab meetings or as requested by the COR or on-site manager — Ad-Hoc

Statement of Work Details

• Perform sample preparation for studies of rodent inner ear cellular biology — 1

• Collect and analyze biological data about relationships among and between organisms and their environment — 2

• Operate laboratory equipment to analyze samples — 3

• Analyze laboratory findings — 4

• Program and use computers to store, process, and analyze data — 5

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

• Assists with performing basic laboratory experiments and procedures

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

• Learns new laboratory techniques and procedures

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
$75,000—$83,000 USD