Laboratory Scientist

About the role

Axle is seeking a Laboratory Scientist to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the Clinical Center (CC) located in Frederick, MD.

Responsibilities

• Conducts translational human and animal research on pathogenesis and treatment of high consequence emerging viral infections (e.g., Ebola, Nipah virus)
• Analyze experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings
• Coordinate the work of biological technicians and technologists and other scientists
• Develops and maintains proficiency working safely and effectively in a biosafety level four laboratory environment
• 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
• Establishes and maintains accurate reliable sample inventory
• Learns new laboratory techniques and procedures
• Implements existing and assimilates new assays and techniques related to virology and immunology

Requirements

• Master's degree
• Prior experience working in biosafety level 4 labs conducting virology and immunology assays
• Background in Microbiology
• Familiarity with specimen storage and accountability
• Skills in immunology assays and basic and molecular virology

Qualifications

• Certifications & Licenses: Prior experience working in biosafety level 4 labs conducting virology and immunology assay
• Field of Study: Microbiology
• Software: Familiarity with specimen storage and accountability
• Skills: Immunology assays, Basic and molecular virology

Benefits

• 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)

Pay

Market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range of $70,000 USD - $77,000 USD