Mass Spectrometry Biologist — Analytical Development

Axle; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Employee Referral Bonus

401K Match

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Healthcare FSA

Parking Reimbursement

Dependent Care FSA

Transportation Reimbursement

Job summary

Axle, a bioscience and information technology company in Rockville, MD, is seeking a Biologist to support Vaccine Production Propgram (VPP) and Vaccine Research Center (VRC). You will perform analytical development activities, including LC-MS–based testing, to characterize biologics such as vaccines and antibodies.

The role requires hands-on mass spectrometry experience, ability to work independently, and collaboration with senior scientists.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master’s with relevant pharmaceutical/biotech experience
• Hands-on MS and LC-MS–based analysis for biomolecules
• Experience with proteins/antibodies/vaccines characterization
• Familiar with analytical method development and troubleshooting
• Able to work independently and in cross-functional teams
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Maintains detailed laboratory records and documentation
• Proficient with software used for data acquisition/visualization/presentation

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical development activities for biologics including vaccines and antibodies
• Use LC-MS/MS for characterization and quantification
• Execute and transfer analytical methods; troubleshoot and optimize as needed
• Analyze data, identify trends and issues, contribute to investigations
• Support electrophoresis-based separations of biomolecules
• Maintain accurate records and prepare technical reports
• Communicate results and participate in project meetings
• Prioritize tasks to meet project timelines
• Contribute to continuous improvement of analytical workflows
• Collaborate across Analytical Development and other groups within VPP

Skills

Mass spectrometry

LC-MS analysis

Analytical method development

Data interpretation

Electrophoresis

Scientific writing

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Problem solving

Independent thinking

Education

Ph.D. in Mass Spectrometry or related field

M.S. in related field with 4-5 years experience

Tools

Mass spectrometry software

Data analysis software

Job description

Axle, a bioscience and information technology company in Rockville, MD, is seeking a Biologist to support Vaccine Production Propgram (VPP) and Vaccine Research Center (VRC). You will perform analytical development activities, including LC-MS–based testing, to characterize biologics such as vaccines and antibodies.

The role requires hands-on mass spectrometry experience, ability to work independently, and collaboration with senior scientists.