Laboratory Technician

<section style="font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Tahoma',sans-serif;"> <div> <p>(ID: 2026-2413)</p> <br> <p><strong>Axle</strong> 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).</p> </div> <br> <div> <p><strong>Axle</strong> is seeking a <strong><em>Laboratory Technician</em></strong> to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the <strong>Rockville, MD</strong></p> </div> <br> <div> <p><strong>Benefits We Offer:</strong></p> <ul> <li>100% Medical, Dental &amp; Vision Coverage for Employees</li> <li>Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays</li> <li>401K match up to 5%</li> <li>Educational Benefits for Career Growth</li> <li>Employee Referral Bonus</li> <li>Flexible Spending Accounts: <ul> <li>Healthcare (FSA)</li> <li>Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)</li> <li>Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)</li> <li>Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)</li> </ul> </li> </ul> </div> <div class="ck-content" style="font-family: Segoe UI; font-size: 11pt;" data-wrapper="true"> <p style="margin: 0;" data-end="67" data-start="55"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong data-end="67" data-start="55">Overview</strong></span></p> <p style="margin: 0;" data-end="675" data-start="69"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Axle is seeking a <strong>Laboratory Technician</strong> to support the <strong>National Cancer Institute (NCI), Center for Cancer Research, Neuro Oncology Branch (NOB) </strong>located in <strong>Rockville, MD.</strong>&nbsp;This role will support laboratory research activities focused on cancer biology and translational research by performing laboratory experiments, processing patient samples, maintaining laboratory operations, and assisting with molecular and cellular analyses. The ideal candidate will have experience with cell culture, molecular biology techniques, specimen processing, and laboratory operations in a research environment.</span></p> <h3 data-end="701" data-start="677"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Key Responsibilities</span></h3> <ul data-end="2049" data-start="703"> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e8d954f574703aa06124e70cca1024787" data-end="792" data-start="703"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Perform routine laboratory experiments and analyses according to established protocols.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e49f162f39f6a326ce2dbb4e24d59022c" data-end="906" data-start="793"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Conduct tissue culture, cell separation, protein analysis, and quantitative and qualitative laboratory testing.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e6a2ad0cd003b4d9cb22b7e1a0b8d4444" data-end="1059" data-start="907"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Prepare and process biological specimens, including blood, tumor tissue, human normal tissue, tissue culture samples, and preclinical in vivo samples.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e1f833f911c918aa7cc223c532a09fe20" data-end="1149" data-start="1060"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Extract and prepare DNA and RNA from a variety of biospecimens for downstream analyses.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="ea6c19cf7b7a4642cff6882f6767df360" data-end="1222" data-start="1150"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Retrieve, catalog, process, and maintain patient and research samples.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e3cf03e82754c7851142296ff4757bfd6" data-end="1345" data-start="1223"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Track patient sample analyses, molecular testing results, and timelines for receipt and completion of sample processing.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="edc634a30a5c56c7d65fa497e516c9625" data-end="1434" data-start="1346"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Maintain detailed laboratory records, experimental procedures, protocols, and results.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e38068efa602624cfed14c83589e5782b" data-end="1515" data-start="1435"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Analyze, summarize, and interpret research data for completeness and validity.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="efea30cfc788a86aa7e9694d3f4ba5daf" data-end="1607" data-start="1516"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Assist with preparation of research data and findings for publications and presentations.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="ef8206c23ba33c4031082fd56592caa61" data-end="1732" data-start="1608"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Coordinate laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, inventory management, procurement, and supply ordering.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e27e905cc1f185b9b0f5a0eeaa366b471" data-end="1825" data-start="1733"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Support laboratory management activities and ensure compliance with laboratory procedures.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="eb2794806d3a342e861865c6ec49997cd" data-end="1911" data-start="1826"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Train new laboratory personnel and trainees on laboratory procedures and protocols.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e0ff7a43636d50852356b104b5c69d77a" data-end="2049" data-start="1912"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Work under the supervision of senior laboratory staff while supporting ongoing research projects.</span></p> </li> </ul> <h3 data-end="2078" data-start="2051"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Required Qualifications</span></h3> <ul data-end="2723" data-start="2080"> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e0b6eb8992471bb81a40cf6283f9b0cc6" data-end="2180" data-start="2080"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related scientific discipline.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e05db9a6435883921e8cffedb4663edb4" data-end="2233" data-start="2181"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Minimum of two (2) years of laboratory experience.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e332d56f09e7ec4b216808fb2aeb5854b" data-end="2406" data-start="2234"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience with:</span></p> <ul data-end="2406" data-start="2255"> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="ecbbefc0521e502243bf644049ec0ddb9" data-end="2269" data-start="2255"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Cell culture</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e5638ddcfab4b3afeb16cfc2a8d0facf5" data-end="2290" data-start="2272"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Western blotting</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e1c35c57c01f547e864de0d445361481c" data-end="2341" data-start="2293"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Immunofluorescence and/or immunohistochemistry</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e8e537488f2a6ec4aff541ce5a80cd860" data-end="2369" data-start="2344"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">DNA and RNA preparation</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e9e3e8be09d1cdcbc420c0ad1950e7413" data-end="2406" data-start="2372"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Sample processing and management</span></p> </li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e1a89632feafabbc5944f1e2e43ceb301" data-end="2467" data-start="2407"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong laboratory documentation and record-keeping skills.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e610a158e0f696f930fe77fa024be0f2b" data-end="2532" data-start="2468"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e8e8ebd5dc9118c153dd92481a82dcd41" data-end="2585" data-start="2533"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e06b96497a38429f378694dfea657dce2" data-end="2723" data-start="2586"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including:</span></p> <ul data-end="2723" data-start="2642"> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e25c1126f341be0842e3e8cd0fe1cd55a" data-end="2648" data-start="2642"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Word</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="eaf30409945861278ed8239d43ae3608e" data-end="2658" data-start="2651"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Excel</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="ec0ff04dd97a3ff2ce7fcbded18fb1ea7" data-end="2673" data-start="2661"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">PowerPoint</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e06a12565915b866af607ff70ce02dc82" data-end="2723" data-start="2676"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Outlook</span></p> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <h3 data-end="2753" data-start="2725"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Preferred Qualifications</span></h3> <ul data-end="3288" data-start="2755"> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="ebeee4db7f75ebd02eb99cd1e1e393463" data-end="2839" data-start="2755"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience working with human blood, tumor tissue, or other clinical biospecimens.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e2a1fadcfcfaa78d30f16f3fa2bb84e95" data-end="2934" data-start="2840"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience supporting cancer research, translational research, or molecular biology studies.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="eb1f4a1df95a02b78c78e9b584ad807b7" data-end="3023" data-start="2935"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience maintaining laboratory inventories and coordinating procurement activities.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e1bc92c9969332d4e81be241e1d19c549" data-end="3096" data-start="3024"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Familiarity with patient sample tracking and research data management.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e2be44d50da45bd9839e50d6e0de311a5" data-end="3161" data-start="3097"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience training laboratory personnel or research trainees.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="ec8064990315adeff4a1549134d6a3997" data-end="3288" data-start="3162"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience working in an NIH, academic, or biomedical research laboratory environment.</span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <br> <div style="text-align: center;"> <p><strong>Disclaimer:</strong> 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.</p> </div> <br> <div style="text-align: center;"> <p>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.</p> </div> <br> <div style="text-align: center;"> <p>Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: <span style=" color: black;"><a href="mailto:careers@axleinfo.com" target=" _blank">careers@axleinfo.com</a></span></p> </div> <br> <div style="text-align: center;"> <p>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.</p> </div> </section><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$70,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$80,000 USD</span></div></div></div>