Job description
Axle is seeking a highly ambitious, adaptable, structured, and detail-oriented Scientist to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) located in Bethesda, MD.
Overall Position Summary and Objectives The purpose of this position is to support microscopy project in the lab.
Deliverables:
- Clean Equipment - Weekly
- Meet with lab members to present updates - Weekly
Work Details:
Supports the planning and execution of research experiments in the context of the laboratory's overall research program.- Evaluate new techniques, instruments, and software for potential incorporation into current SOP
- Supports laboratory staff on research projects and techniques.
- Work with staff on the interpretation of experiments performed by research scientists
- Maintains laboratory equipment and the training of others in their use.
- Calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot instruments and equipment in the laboratory
- Assists in maintaining adequate space and facilities for ongoing and projected research studies.
- Manage scientific equipment and resources eg reagents, stocks of frozen sells, animal samples including acquisition, documentation and storage 1
- Evaluates, analyzes and interprets research data, communicates results and methods in reports, presentations, and manuscripts.
- Write technical reports and prepare manuscripts
- Coordinates with junior staff to modify research protocols.
- Work with staff to confirm assay results and evaluate new techniques and instruments; search literature; propose, design and test alternative assays for difficult screening targets; confirm assay results; develop secondary assays 2
- Presents research at national scientific meetings and symposia.
- Prepare oral presentations and posters for internal and external groups conferences 5
- Provides interpretation of results, guidance, and scientific support to the management team.
- Search existing literature for new and/or relevant techniques 4
- Mentors junior level scientists.
- Train staff on the proper usage of equipment 3
Minimum Education
Master's
Additional Qualifications:
Certifications & Licenses
- Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
Skills
- Equipment Maintenance
- Data Presentation
Software
- Powerpoint
- Outlook
- Excel
- Word
Field of Study
- Biology
Benefits
100% Medical Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees- Educational Benefits for Career Growth
- Paid Time Off (Including Holidays)
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Profit Sharing
- 401K Matching
- Flexible Spending Accounts:
- Healthcare (FSA)
- Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
- Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
- Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)
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.
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.
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