Research Technician Skilled In Mouse Work at Axle

<section style="font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Tahoma',sans-serif;"> <div> <p>(ID: 2026-3802)</p> <br> <p><strong>Axle</strong> 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).</p> </div> <br> <div> <p><strong>Axle</strong> is seeking a <strong><em>Research Technician Skilled In Mouse Work </em></strong> to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the <strong>National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) located in Bethesda, MD.</strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong>Benefits We Offer:</strong></p> <ul> <li>100% Medical, Dental &amp; Vision Coverage for Employees</li> <li>Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays</li> <li>401K match up to 5%</li> <li>Educational Benefits for Career Growth</li> <li>Employee Referral Bonus</li> <li>Flexible Spending Accounts: <ul> <li>Healthcare (FSA)</li> <li>Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)</li> <li>Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)</li> <li>Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><strong></strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong></strong></p> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">The primary objective of the position is to provide research support to NHGRI scientists by per forming a variety of assignments involving the application of a full range of cell biology related laboratory methods, procedures and techniques associated with NIH biomedical research environment.</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true"><strong>Responsibilities&nbsp;</strong></div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">-Plans, executes, and arranges laboratory experiments, new techniques and procedures; and performs laboratory techniques relating to scientific research.</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">-Collaboratively work with mouse models of FSASD and GNE in NHGRI animal facility, activities include mouse breeding, observation, tissue collection, testing of therapeutics and documentation of breeding/tissue collection logistics.</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">-Provide research support to NHGRI scientists with planning, developing and implementing la-boratory experiments and protocols; assist in coordinating communication with the Research Consortium on Free Sialic Acid Storage Disorder (FSASD).</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">-Perform laboratory technologies pertaining to molecular biology, biochemistry, glycobiology and cell biology. Such techniques include sterile cell culture, PCR, qRT-PCR, DNA/RNA as-says, cloning, protein assays, glycobiology tools, lectin technologies, antibody techniques.</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">-Operate a variety of laboratory instruments, including but not limited to (confocal)-microscopes, spectrophotometer/plate reader, other imaging equipment.</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">-Operates laboratory machines and instruments; and prepares specimens and equipment for use.</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">-Work with staff on processing specimens for embedding according to protocols.&nbsp;</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">-Maintain inventory system and sample storage according to outlined guidelines.&nbsp;</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">-Plan and execute experiments for in vitro and in vivo studies, including cell culture, Western blotting and immunofluorescence/ immunohistochemistry.</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">-Perform routine experiments and tests, including tissue culture, cell separation, protein, and quantitative and qualitative analysis.</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">- Perform primary cell culture techniques and immunohistochemistry.&nbsp;</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true"><strong>Qualifications</strong></div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">- Biosafety Level 1 (BSL 1)&nbsp;</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">- Degree in Biology or related field&nbsp;&nbsp;</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">- PowerPoint, Excel, Word, R&nbsp;</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">- Animal Handling: Mouse</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">- Manuscript writing</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">- Tissue Sectioning</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">- Data Presentation</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">- Primary cell culture</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">- Western Blotting</div> <div class="ck-content" data-wrapper="true">&nbsp;</div> <p><strong></strong></p> </div> </section><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$80,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$85,000 USD</span></div></div></div>