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 seeking a highly ambitious, adaptable, structured, and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), Division of Intramural Research (DIR), TB Imaging Program (TBIP).

Technical Requirements:

• Perform a wide variety of procedures and techniques which may include, but are not limited to: cell culture, clinical/diagnostic microbiology, DNA analysis, DNA isolation, DNA purification, DNA sequencing, flow cytometry, gene cloning, manipulation of radioactive isotopes, natural product isolation, organic synthesis, peptide synthesis, protein analysis, RNA isolation, etc.
• Process primate and murine tissue and sample for downstream applications.
• Perform flow cytometric cell sorting and/or analysis of research scientist-supplied samples.
• Perform experiments using principles of molecular biology, genetics, systems biology, and immunology.
• Maintain detailed records of experiments and their results and prepare the information resulting from these experiments for presentations at laboratory-wide, NIH-wide, and national and international meetings and for publication.
• Perform quality control and decontamination of the various laboratory spaces.
• Generate laboratory records to support laboratory research, and independently perform necessary calculations.
• Write reports of findings, state methods and procedures, include any modifications employed, specimens and materials involved, and results of experiments.
• Assist with interpreting, evaluating, and discussing the results of each experiment with the Federal Task Leader as part of the planning process for subsequent studies, and present these findings in individual weekly meetings with Federal Task Leader as well as lab group meetings.
• May be required to perform duties related to TB vaccine studies at an off-site location (Bioqual Inc., 2501 Research Blvd, Rockville, MD 20850) and maintain compliance with all training requirements of this non-NIH facility.
• Responsible for laboratory upkeep and routine maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain laboratory supplies and equipment including chemicals, biological materials, etc. required to handle biological materials, carcinogens, recombinant protein materials, acids, biological wastes, etc.

Specific Qualifications:

• BS/BA degree in related field is required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of work experience in a laboratory setting.
• Demonstrates knowledge of maintaining accurate and detailed records.
• Demonstrates knowledge of proper laboratory disposal methods and safety procedures.
• Proficient computer skills with spreadsheets and other software to record data.
• Effective and clear communication skills and the ability to work in a high stress environment.
• Must be able to pass extensive background check and Public Trust 5 clearance.
• Willing to work flexible hours, weekend work possible.
• Ability to work in a BSL-3 high containment environment is required.
• Ability to work in a team under oversight in ABSL-3 laboratory environments following SOPs.
• Ability to work in an Animal BSL-3 high containment environment is required.
• In-person work in the BSL-3 laboratory and in ABSL-3 laboratory with NHPs, rabbits, and mice, required.

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.