Laboratory Technician

(ID: 2026-3842)

Axle 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).

Axle is seeking a Laboratory Technician 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.

Benefits We Offer:

• 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K match up to 5%
• Educational Benefits for Career Growth
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Flexible Spending Accounts:
  • Healthcare (FSA)
  • Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
  • Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
  • Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

Position Information:

The purpose of this contract is to perform laboratory procedures (human sample handling and processing, extraction and quantitation of nucleic acids and proteins) and assays (molecular biology assays such as gel electrophoresis, enzymatic assays, PCR, etc.), under the direction [of] the principal investigator and senior scientists, which are core experimental research activities.

Additional Qualifications:

Certifications & Licenses

• Associates degree with at least four (4) years of experience or Bachelor’s with at least two (2) years of experience in molecular biology or a related field is required

Field of Study

• Molecular Biology

Software

• Experience with MS Word, Excel, Access, and GraphPad Prism.

Skills

• Knowledge of proper laboratory disposal methods and safety procedures.

• Must be organized with a strong ability to multi-task, prioritize, and be attentive to detail.

• Must possess a high level of independent judgment and accuracy.

• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and reliably.

Deliverables:

• Work products and documents related to maintaining and completing laboratory logs; manage inventory and procure laboratory supplies, reagents and equipment; perform laboratory procedures. - Daily

• Work products and documents related to assessing and utilizing methods and/or procedures for use in laboratory experiments; make modifications and improvements in laboratory methods/procedures to meet specific needs or experimental situations. - Weekly

• Work products and documents related to maintenance of patient sample inventory and database and extraction and quantitation of nucleic acids and proteins from patient samples; procure and maintain inventory of laboratory supplies, including required documentation. - Weekly

• Work products and documents related to laboratory safety compliance, institution’s rules and regulations, such as institutional review board protocols, environmental health and safety, and waste management. - Monthly

Statement of Work Details:

• Experience with molecular biological techniques, including, but not limited to pipetting, centrifugation, buffer preparation; DNA/RNA isolation and quantification; primer/probe design ;PCR; RT-PCR; qPCR and gel electrophoresis, imaging and purification. - 1

• Perform laboratory procedures (human sample handling and processing, extraction and quantitation of nucleic acids and proteins) and assays (molecular biology assays such as gel electrophoresis, enzymatic assays, PCR, etc.), under the direction the principal investigator and senior scientists. - 2

• Responsible for sample shipping, receiving, storage, and inventory. Shall also aid in monitoring and updating the NIH Sickle Cell Branch inventory repository. - 3

• Maintain log of laboratory safety compliance; ensure that regulations are being followed. - 4

• Provides technical experience needed to assist in studying the basic principles of plant and animal life.

• Make recommendations to effectively resolve issues by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, and regulations or law.

• Assists with performing basic laboratory experiments and procedures.

• Collect and analyze biological data about relationships among and between organisms and their environment.

• Monitor and observe experiments, recording production and test data for evaluation by research personnel.

• Assist in developing novel assays and methodologies as needed for the planned fundamental and translational research.

• Prepares, organizes and maintains various lab samples, supplies, and equipment.

• Maintain laboratory equipment.

• Analyze laboratory findings.

• Prepare reports and present data to supervisors, lab members, and collaborators.

• Generate protocols and updates.

• Maintain and accurately complete laboratory logs (patient samples -whole blood, plasma, DNA, RNA, Protein).

• Maintain inventory and procure laboratory supplies, reagents, and equipment when needed.

• Learns new laboratory techniques and procedures.

• Program and use computers to store, process, and analyze data.

• Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.

• Record research or operational data.

• Make modifications and improvements in laboratory methods/procedures, in collaboration with lab personnel, to meet specific needs or experimental situations.

• Comply with institution’s rules and regulations, such as institutional review board protocols, environmental health and safety, and waste management.

Disclaimer: 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.

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: [email protected]

This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location.

Salary Range

$100,000—$105,000 USD