Laboratory Technician

(ID: 2024-5397)

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 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) in Rockville, MD.

Benefits We Offer:

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)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform Edman (n-terminal) sequencing and related sample preparation.

Perform mass spectrometry-based proteomic sample preparation techniques, including proteolytic digestions, peptide labeling, and protein purifications.

Assist with sample preparation and derivatization of metabolites and lipids in samples from disease models.

Assist with maintaining instrumentation in good working order.

Aid in the mentoring and training of young investigators.

Track and maintain chemical and consumable inventories.

Maintain and organize sample storage.

Ensure referenceable data storage and assist with data preprocessing and filtering.

Communicate with collaborators punctually concerning project details, timelines, and reports.

Position Requirements:

Applicants should possess a Bachelors or, preferably, an advanced degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, or other relevant fields with laboratory experience.

Experience in proteomics, metabolomics or lipidomics disease and immunology associated samples is a plus.

Experience in data management.

Personal Skills:

Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment with co-workers

Good record-keeping and organizational skills.

NIH experience a plus.

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 or coerce others to discriminate.

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