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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).\nAxle is seeking a Biologist to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) located in Bethesda, MD.\nBenefits We Offer:\n100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees\nPaid Time Off and Paid Holidays\n401K match up to 5%\nEducational Benefits for Career Growth\nEmployee Referral Bonus\nFlexible Spending Accounts:Healthcare (FSA)\nParking Reimbursement Account (PRK)\nDependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)\nTransportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)\n\nPosition Overview\nThe Biologist will support research on sleep and circadian behavior in Drosophila melanogaster. The role includes conducting multigeneration selective breeding experiments to develop flies with extreme sleep and circadian phenotypes, computing phenotypes from fly activity data, and performing statistical and quantitative genetics analyses. Additional responsibilities include molecular biology experiments, sequencing sample preparation and analysis, laboratory maintenance, staff training, and contributions to scientific publications.\nAdditional Qualifications\nEducation\nPh.D. in a scientific field. A master's degree plus three years of specialized experience, or a bachelor's degree plus five years of specialized experience, may substitute for the Ph.D.\nFields of study: Genetics, Microbiology, or Chemistry.\nExperience and Skills\nGeneral experience with basic biochemical and molecular biology techniques and an understanding of general scientific principles.\nProficiency in selective breeding of Drosophila melanogaster.\nProficiency in measuring sleep and circadian behavior in flies and computing sleep and circadian phenotypes from raw activity data.\nProficiency in conducting statistical analyses of sleep and circadian behavior.\nSelf-motivation, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.\nStrong oral and written communication skills.\nExcellent analytical and time-management skills.\nSoftware\nMicrosoft Suite\nDeliverables\nInspect equipment \nProduce work products and documentation related to selective breeding of flies for extreme sleep and circadian phenotypes \nProduce work products and documentation related to computing sleep phenotypes and conducting statistical and quantitative genetics analyses\nProduce work products and documentation related to preparing fly samples for deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and ribonucleic acid (RNA) sequencing, reverse transcription quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR) experiments, and sequencing data analysis \nMaintain accurate experimental records, participate in laboratory meetings and planning sessions, and contribute to scientific papers for publication \nPrepare samples for research assays, assist in processing patient samples, and train summer students and research fellows in basic fly culturing and molecular biology techniques \nStatement of Work Details\nConduct multigeneration selective breeding experiments to develop flies with extreme sleep and circadian phenotypes.\nCompute sleep and circadian phenotypes from fly activity data.\nConduct statistical analyses of sleep and circadian behavior, including quantitative genetics analyses.\nMaintain Drosophila cultures for experimental purposes.\nPerform Sanger sequencing analysis of genomic DNA samples obtained from Drosophila.\nPrepare DNA and RNA samples for next-generation sequencing.\nConduct confirmatory experiments using RT-qPCR.\nPrepare samples for laboratory team members' research assays and provide technical support and troubleshooting.\nAnalyze laboratory findings and interpret research and operational data.\nProgram and use computers to store, process, and analyze data.\nMaintain accurate experimental records and contribute to writing and preparing scientific papers for publication in recognized journals.\nParticipate in laboratory meetings and planning sessions.\nMaintain laboratory equipment in good working order, identify maintenance contract needs, and prepare supporting documentation.\nMaintain the REES monitoring system for incubators and freezers.\nAssist with the shared circadian room and weekly dry ice delivery and unloading.\nMaintain the laboratory biosafety manual, provide biosafety training, and track training completion records.\nFlush eyewash stations weekly and coordinate chemical waste disposal and collection.\nMonitor technical operating procedures for conformance to standards.\nTrain new fellows and laboratory personnel in fly handling, culturing, sleep measurements, and safety procedures.\nTrain fellows in statistical analyses of sleep and circadian data.\nDisclaimer: 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.\nThe 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.\nAccessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: \nThis role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. 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