Job description

Axle Informatics 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 around the globe. 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-orientedto join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), Vaccine Research Center (VRC), Vaccine Immunology Program (VIP). The position location is Gaithersburg, MD.

Responsibilities

• Adopt, optimize, and schedule binding (e.g., PK, immunogenicity, ADA) and neutralization assays in manual formats and automated liquid handling systems such as the Biomek i7 and Integra ViaFlo.
• Contribute to new SOP and method creation as well as platform and process improvements.
• Schedule, document, and maintain cell lines for assays.
• Follow approved SOPs to complete testing of samples in an organized, aseptic, high-throughput manner.
• Work collaboratively with team members and collaborators to complete all tasks for the day, but also be accountable as an individual for personal tasks.
• Uphold rapid turn-around times of specimen samples by effectively managing resources while maintaining high standards of accuracy and documentation.
• Utilize various laboratory equipment such as Biological Safety Cabinet (BSC), centrifuge, pipettes, liquid nitrogen tank, and others.
• Follow GCLP guidelines and maintain records for tests performed.
• Work with dry ice, freezers, and liquid nitrogen tanks to store clinical samples, and perform clinical testing in a BSL-2 environment while always wearing appropriate PPE.

Experience Required / Requirements

• Master’s degree with 2+ years or B.S. with 5+ years of experience in a BSL-2 laboratory.
• Experience performing cell culture, neutralization assays, and serology assays such as ELISA and ECLA.
• Experience working with high-throughput sample testing.
• Understanding of phase-gated assay development and bioanalytical method validation.
• Ability to work well with others and independently.
• Utilize LIMS, Microsoft Office, Master Control (CQMS), etc.
• Experience in a GCLP environment and IATA infectious substance A and B shipping certification a plus.

Benefits

• 100% Medical, Dental & Vision premium 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)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Gaithersburg, MD: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• erience working with high-tThroughput sample testing: 2 years (Required)
• phase-gated assay development: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location

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