Entomologist

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Rockville, MD - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 23 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Axle Informatics 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.

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 Entomologisttoprovide scientific support services to the Laboratory of Malaria Immunology and Vaccinology (LMIV) in Rockville MD

Job Requirements

  • Perform mosquito-parasite assays membrane feeding assays and mosquito dissections

  • Maintain mosquito colonies and parasite cultures for vaccine candidate assessment

  • Conduct immunology procedures including tissue culture serological assays ELISA and liquid chromatography

  • Calibrate and operate laboratory equipment (microscopes balances plate readers spectrophotometers pH meters etc.)

  • Prepare stock solutions media and laboratory buffers

  • Maintain accurate electronic laboratory records and analyze experimental data

  • Write reports and organize findings for scientific publication

  • Work independently while meeting experiment deadlines

  • Provide monthly and quarterly reporting as required

Education & Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree or higher in Biology

  • Minimum of two (2) years of related laboratory experience

  • Knowledge of general laboratory sterile technique

  • Strong documentation skills and attention to detail

  • Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in insect rearing and/or aseptic tissue culture

  • Experience working with quality systems and SOPs

  • Interest in malaria vaccinology

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Familiarity with PowerPoint statistical software SharePoint Microsoft Teams and database management tools

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 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 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.

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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.

Axle Informatics 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 p...
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