Biologist

Overview

Axle is seeking a highly ambitious, adaptable, structured, and detail-oriented Biologist join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), Vaccine Research Center (VRC), Vaccine Immunology Program (VIP)

Responsibilities

• Follow approved SOPs and GCLP guidelines to complete specimen processing of clinical blood samples in an organized, aseptic, high-throughput manner.
• Place and / or remove specimens from appropriate biorepository freezers and liquid nitrogen tanks.
• Accept and sign chain of custody requests for clinical samples sent to and from the NIH Clinic and extramural collaborators following regulatory and protocol requirements.
• Prepare shipments with appropriate labeling and temperature requirements.
• Adjust quickly to changes in schedule as clinical trial volunteers blood draw time or date changes.
• Perform specimen processing using aseptic techniques according to protocol.
• Register and maintain samples in the Laboratory Information Management System (. Freezerworks).
• Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in a BSL-2 laboratory.
• Work collaboratively with team members to complete all tasks for the day, but also be accountable as an individual for personal tasks.
• Utilize and maintain various laboratory equipment such as Biological Safety Cabinet (BSC), centrifuge, pipettes, liquid nitrogen tank, and others.
• Write and revise SOPs within VIP’s electronic database.

Experience Required / Requirements

• Bachelors degree in a related field plus 1+ years of experience in a BSL-2 laboratory.
• IT skills such that candidate knows or can quickly learn to utilize LIMS, MasterControl (CQMS), Microsoft Office, etc.
• Ability to work well with others and independently.
• Ideal, but not required : experience in a GCLP environment and IATA infectious substance A and B shipping certification.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Detail oriented while performing laboratory tasks.
• Ability to perform under time constraints and meet deadlines.
• Follows directions and protocols without deviations.

Benefits

• 100% Medical, Dental & Vision premium 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)

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 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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