Laboratory Technician

Axle; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K match up to 5%

Educational Benefits for Career Growth

Employee Referral Bonus

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Axle is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join the National Institutes of Health (NIH) NHLBI team in Bethesda, MD. The role centers on performing lab procedures (handling human samples, nucleic acid and protein extraction), and molecular biology assays under supervision.

The position requires an Associates with four years or a Bachelor’s with two years in molecular biology or related field, and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Access, GraphPad Prism.

Qualifications

• Associates degree with at least four (4) years of experience or Bachelor’s with at least two (2) years of experience in molecular biology or a related field is required
• Field of Study: Molecular Biology
• Experience with MS Word, Excel, Access, and GraphPad Prism.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures and assays under PI and senior scientists, including DNA/RNA/protein work and PCR.
• Maintain laboratory logs, inventory, and procurement of supplies.
• Ensure laboratory safety compliance and proper waste management.
• Prepare reports and present data to supervisors and collaborators.

Education

Associates degree with at least four (4) years of experience or Bachelor’s with at least two (2) years of experience in molecular biology or a related field

Field of Study: Molecular Biology

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Access

GraphPad 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 Laboratory Technician to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) 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)

Position Information:

The purpose of this contract is to perform laboratory procedures (human sample handling and processing, extraction and quantitation of nucleic acids and proteins) and assays (molecular biology assays such as gel electrophoresis, enzymatic assays, PCR, etc.), under the direction [of] the principal investigator and senior scientists, which are core experimental research activities.

Additional Qualifications:

Certifications & Licenses

Associates degree with at least four (4) years of experience or Bachelor’s with at least two (2) years of experience in molecular biology or a related field is required

Field of Study

Molecular Biology

Software

Experience with MS Word, Excel, Access, and GraphPad Prism.

Skills

Knowledge of proper laboratory disposal methods and safety procedures.

Must be organized with a strong ability to multi-task, prioritize, and be attentive to detail.

Must possess a high level of independent judgment and accuracy.

Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Ability to work independently and reliably.

Work products and documents related to maintaining and completing laboratory logs; manage inventory and procure laboratory supplies, reagents and equipment; perform laboratory procedures. - Daily

Work products and documents related to assessing and utilizing methods and/or procedures for use in laboratory experiments; make modifications and improvements in laboratory methods/procedures to meet specific needs or experimental situations. - Weekly

Work products and documents related to maintenance of patient sample inventory and database and extraction and quantitation of nucleic acids and proteins from patient samples; procure and maintain inventory of laboratory supplies, including required documentation. - Weekly

Work products and documents related to laboratory safety compliance, institution’s rules and regulations, such as institutional review board protocols, environmental health and safety, and waste management. - Monthly

Statement of Work Details:

Experience with molecular biological techniques, including, but not limited to pipetting, centrifugation, buffer preparation; DNA/RNA isolation and quantification; primer/probe design ;PCR; RT-PCR; qPCR and gel electrophoresis, imaging and purification. - 1

Perform laboratory procedures (human sample handling and processing, extraction and quantitation of nucleic acids and proteins) and assays (molecular biology assays such as gel electrophoresis, enzymatic assays, PCR, etc.), under the direction the principal investigator and senior scientists. - 2

Responsible for sample shipping, receiving, storage, and inventory. Shall also aid in monitoring and updating the NIH Sickle Cell Branch inventory repository. - 3

Maintain log of laboratory safety compliance; ensure that regulations are being followed. - 4

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

Make recommendations to effectively resolve issues by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, and regulations or law.

Assists with performing basic laboratory experiments and procedures.

Collect and analyze biological data about relationships among and between organisms and their environment.

Monitor and observe experiments, recording production and test data for evaluation by research personnel.

Assist in developing novel assays and methodologies as needed for the planned fundamental and translational research.

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

Analyze laboratory findings.

Prepare reports and present data to supervisors, lab members, and collaborators.

Generate protocols and updates.

Maintain and accurately complete laboratory logs (patient samples -whole blood, plasma, DNA, RNA, Protein).

Maintain inventory and procure laboratory supplies, reagents, and equipment when needed.

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.

Record research or operational data.

Make modifications and improvements in laboratory methods/procedures, in collaboration with lab personnel, to meet specific needs or experimental situations.

Comply with institution’s rules and regulations, such as institutional review board protocols, environmental health and safety, and waste management.

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: [e-mail]

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

$100,000 - $105,000 USD