(ID: 2025-0595)

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 around the globe. 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).

Benefits:

100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
Paid Time Off (Including Holidays)
Employee Referral Bonus
401K Match
Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
Flexible Spending Accounts:
- Healthcare (FSA)
- Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
- Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
- Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

Overview

Axle is looking to add a driven, flexible, organized, and meticulous Scientist to our dynamic team. The Contractor(s) shall provide services in support of the overall functions of the Vaccine Research Center (VRC), Vaccine Immunology Program (VIP).

Technical Requirements:

Produce, rescue and propagate recombinant viruses using cell lines.
Perform neutralization assays and hemagglutinin inhibition assays with viruses.
Culture and maintain cell lines.
Organize and maintain sample inventories.
Conduct research including planning and conducting experiments and data analysis.
Assist in training other contracted staff and students as directed by the federal task leader on the methods and procedures used in the laboratory.
Locate and review literature pertinent to projects and to identify/modify the most applicable protocols and methods for experiments.
Develop methods for and collect, organize and record experimental data suitable for publication.
Trouble shoot assays and adjust scientific methodology to correct problems or deficiencies in a research project, experiment, or trial.
Maintain accurate laboratory records to ensure proper retention of scientific data.
Collaborate with automation experts to streamline high throughput influenza analyses.

Specific Qualifications:

PhD degree or Master’s degree in Virology, Immunology, or a related field.
Minimum of two years experience in Virology or a related field.
Experience in virus production and rescue.
Experience performing neutralization assays.
Experience working with influenza viruses strongly preferred.
Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.
Demonstrates experience working in a laboratory environment.
Demonstrates knowledge of maintaining accurate and detailed records.
Demonstrates knowledge of proper laboratory disposal methods and safety procedures.
Serve as subject matter expert and provides technical assistance to other NIH departments for influenza vaccine design and development.
Required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in a BSL-2 laboratory.

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 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: careers@axleinfo.com

Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individual’s 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.

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.

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Salary Range$90,000—$110,000 USD