Jr. Data Science Engineer

(ID: 2025-0237)

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 Jr. Data Science Engineer to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Cancer Institute (NCI) located 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)

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the development of software using a variety of languages (ex, TypeScript/JavaScript, Python, Java, etc.)

Working with web development with NodeJS and Angular.

Designing new features and performance enhancements for existing systems.

Participate in testing and fixing bugs in existing written codes

Creating or adding to existing application programming interfaces (APIs)

Gaining on-site work experience at various locations within the NIH.

Skills we’d love for you to have (but not required):

Understanding of Angular, Node.js and Bootstrap within a dynamic content environment

Familiarity with RESTful web services, Test automation, agile development and SCRUM.

The ideal candidate will have:

Persuing or have obtained a Bachelor's, Master’s, PhD, or Post-Doc in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, Engineering, or related STEM field

Able to work 40 hours/week

Ability to work independently, just as well as with general supervision

Ability to work in a team environment with changing priorities.

Skilled in a scripting languages (Javascript/Typescript dramatically preferred)

Excellent oral and written communication skills in English

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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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

$85,000—$90,000 USD