Single Cell Biologist

Axle; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 106,234; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

401K match up to 5%

Educational Benefits for Career Growth

Employee Referral Bonus

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Axle is looking for a Single Cell Biologist to join our team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, MD. The role involves processing human tissue and cell lines, preparing sequencing libraries, and analyzing biological data. The ideal candidate has experience in molecular biology, QC testing, and library prep. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a market-competitive salary ranging from $95,000 to $106,234.51. Join us to impact translational research and biomedical applications.

Qualifications

• Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) certification required.
• Experience with QC testing and library preparation is essential.
• Ability to analyze and interpret biological data is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support research by processing human tissue and cell lines.
• Prepare sequencing libraries and analyze data.
• Monitor operational procedures in technical environments.

Skills

QC testing

Planning and optimizing experiments

Library Prep

Education

Genetics

Molecular Biology

Tools

Outlook

R

Excel

Google Drive

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

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 Single Cell Biologist to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Institute on Aging (NIA) located in Bethesda, MD.

Benefits

• 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

This single cell biologist supports research at the Center for Alzheimer's and Related Dementias by processing human tissue and cell lines, preparing sequencing libraries and analyzing data.

Clean Equipment - Daily

Meet with lab members to present updates - Bi-Weekly

Statement of Work Details

1. Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards - 1
2. Record research or operational data - 2
3. Interpret research or operational data - 3
4. Program and use computers to store, process, and analyze data - 4
5. Operate laboratory equipment to analyze samples - 5

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

Plan and administer biological research programs

Study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and function

Develop and maintain liaisons and effective working relations with groups and individuals, agencies, and the public to encourage cooperative management strategies or to develop information and interpret findings

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

Analyze experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings

Coordinate the work of biological technicians and technologists and other scientists

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

Operate, calibrate, or maintain equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis, such as spectrophotometers, calorimeters, flame photometers, or computer-controlled analyzers

Analyze laboratory findings

Learns new laboratory techniques and procedures

Certifications & Licenses

Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)

Field of Study

Genetics

Molecular Biology

Software

• Outlook
• R
• Excel
• Google Drive
• PowerPoint

Skills

• QC testing
• Planning and optimizing experiments
• Library Prep

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.

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: $95,000 USD - $106,234.51 USD