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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 Temporary Bone and Matrix Scientist to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) located in Bethesda, MD.\n\nPosition Overview\nWe are seeking a highly qualified Bone and Matrix Scientist to support laboratory research activities within the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD).\nThis position will support the planning, design, and execution of research experiments within the laboratory’s broader research program. The Bone and Matrix Scientist will conduct independent research with an emphasis on bone tissue and bone cell development, evaluate new laboratory techniques and technologies, analyze experimental data, and contribute to scientific reports, presentations, and manuscripts.\nKey Responsibilities\nPlan, design, and conduct complex research experiments requiring broad knowledge of scientific theories, principles, and laboratory methods.\nPerform research involving bone tissue, bone cell development, physiology, cell biology, and molecular biology.\nIndependently direct and conduct high-priority research projects, including projects focused on developing novel research treatments.\nAdvance laboratory research through the development of new procedures, methodologies, and scientific discoveries.\nEvaluate new laboratory techniques, instruments, and software for potential incorporation into existing standard operating procedures.\nCollaborate with investigators and laboratory staff to 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tissue sectioning, animal imaging, and genotyping.\nPrepare and submit laboratory animal study protocols for review and approval.\nProvide basic and advanced training to staff on animal care and use procedures.\nTrain laboratory personnel in the proper use of laboratory instruments and equipment.\nAdvise and assist laboratory users with experimental design, instrumentation, data acquisition, data analysis, and preparation of publication-quality figures.\nConduct bioinformatics and statistical analyses to support research projects.\nOversee research data quality and analyze and interpret experimental results.\nAssemble and prepare data for scientific abstracts, presentations, manuscripts, and publications.\nWrite technical reports and contribute to the preparation and submission of scientific manuscripts.\nPrepare PowerPoint presentations for laboratory meetings, scientific conferences, and other research-related activities.\nPresent project updates and research findings to laboratory 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and preparing or supporting laboratory animal study protocols.\nExperience developing scientific manuscripts, technical reports, abstracts, and research presentations.\nExperience training laboratory personnel in research techniques, instrumentation, and animal care procedures preferred.\nSkills\nStrong knowledge of bone biology, cell biology, molecular biology, and physiology.\nProficiency with mouse handling, tissue dissection, tissue sectioning, animal imaging, and genotyping.\nProficiency with PCR, qPCR, RT-PCR, RT-qPCR, molecular cloning, and gel electrophoresis.\nExperience with nucleic acid extraction, DNA and RNA purification, and nucleic acid quantification.\nExperience with cell culture, primary cell culture, bacterial culture, and transfection techniques.\nExperience with SDS-PAGE, Western blotting, Southern blotting, ELISA, and microarray techniques.\nStrong quantitative, statistical, bioinformatics, and scientific data-analysis skills.\nAbility to independently design 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Telework may be available based on laboratory and project requirements.\nWork may be scheduled Monday through Saturday depending on experimental needs.\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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