Genomics Support Scientist

Frederick, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 75000 - 95000

Posted on: 7 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

(ID: 2025-1273)

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 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).

Benefits:

100% Medical Dental & Vision 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)

Axle is currently hiring for a Genomics Support Scientistto support our team at the Office of Chief Scientist - Integrated Research Facility (OCSIRF) within the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases in Frederick MD.

Technical Requirements:

Provide genomics support research services to support virology research such as specialized technical skills focused on DNA/RNA extraction purification and analysis.
Perform work with sequencing equipment and data analysis.
Responsible for performing experimental tasks both within the biocontainment facility and in BSL-2 research laboratories.
Maintain an accurate inventory of specimens reagents and supplies and will also be responsible for laboratory inventory management submitting purchase requests managing laboratory resources and maintaining appropriate laboratory research documentation (notebooks).
Execute genomics and sequencing research as directed
Perform work on operating sequencing equipment including Illumina and Oxford Nanopore platforms
Perform work on genomics data analysis; bioinformatics
Maintain proper research documentation and data management
Maintain laboratory reagent and material inventories
Submit purchase requests
Assist with manuscript and report writing as requested

Specific Qualifications / Experience:

Minimum of a full 4-year course of study from an accredited college or university leading to a B.S. or higher degree that includes specialized training and research in molecular biology virology or genomics
Previous laboratory research experience (>3 years preferred)
Genomics research experience preferred
Previous recent BSL-3 or BSL-4 experience preferred.

The diversity of Axles 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 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.

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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.

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

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Salary Range

$75000 - $95000 USD

Required Experience:

(ID: 2025-1273)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 around the globe. With experts in biomedical science software engineering an...