Scientist Structural Immunology and Protein Biochemistry

Rockville, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 125000 - 135000

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

(ID: 2025-1363)

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)

Overview

Axle is looking to add a driven flexible organized and meticulous Scientist to our dynamic team. The Contractor(s) shall provide services in support of the overall functions of the Laboratory of Immunogenetics (LIG) Division of Intramural Research (DIR).

Technical Requirements:

Perform research experiments using expertise in structural vaccinology and immunology in protein biochemistry including biophysical tools such as surface plasmon resonance in protein design including both rational and AI/machine learning-aided approaches such as Schrödinger and ProteinMPNN
Perform experiments on infectious diseases including viral and parasitic pathogens
Work on isolation of therapeutic monoclonal antibodies that protect against various diseases from clinical patient samples
Assist with projects on next-generation immunogen design against malaria
Provide expertise and advice to aid other lab members in a wide variety of procedures and techniques which may include but are not limited to: structural analysis biophysical analysis immunogen design protein production and purification and other experiments as required by the Unit.
Perform upkeep and routine maintenance for project maintaining laboratory supplies and equipment including chemicals biological materials etc. required to handle biological materials recombinant protein materials acids biological wastes etc. maintaining work bench and equipment related to projects. Catalog and label laboratory samples and consumables. Liaise with vendors as needed.
Maintain detailed records of experiments and their results and prepare the information resulting from these experiments for presentations at laboratory-wide meetings and for publication.
Writing reports of findings stating methods and procedures including any modifications employed specimens and materials involved and results of experiments. Interpreting evaluating and discussing the results of each experiment with the Federal Task Leader as part of the planning process for subsequent studies.
Operate and communicate effectively in a group team-oriented working environment. Work with and support others in a collegial open respectful and interactive working manner. Work collaboratively with others in the lab to generate data for publications.

Specific Qualifications:

Ph.D. with a major structural biology biophysics or immunology component
Four (4) years of related work experience
Expertise with structural biology and protein design

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.

Salary Range

$125000 - $135000 USD

Required Experience:

(ID: 2025-1363)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...