At a glance
- Location
- Rockville · Axle Informatics LLC
- Salary
- USD 60-65 · Base salary
About the role
- Axle is seeking a Part-Time Molecular Biologist to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) located in Rockville, MD.
- The Part-Time Molecular Biologist will design and perform molecular and cellular experiments, analyze research data, evaluate new methods and technologies, and communicate findings to researchers and program leadership.
Responsibilities
- Design molecular and cellular experiments involving molecular cloning, in vitro transcription, deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and ribonucleic acid (RNA) analysis, protein expression in microbial systems, protein purification, and plasmid engineering.
- Perform laboratory procedures according to established protocols, including DNA sequencing, cloning and extraction, RNA purification, and electrophoresis.
- Compile and analyze experimental data and adjust experimental designs as needed.
- Evaluate new technologies to enhance or complement ongoing research.
- Research and recommend quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR), multiplex polymerase chain reaction, and DNA and RNA isolation and characterization methods.
- Recommend new laboratory capabilities to generate and optimize RNA vector molecules.
- Maintain precise and complete records of experimental methods, instrumentation, activities, and findings.
- Enter accurate research records into internal databases and repositories.
- Review scientific literature to select and modify research methods and procedures.
- Provide subject matter expertise on molecular and cellular research methods and developments to senior scientists and program leadership.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in biochemistry, cell biology, or molecular biology.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Benefits
- 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- 401K match up to 5%
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Healthcare (FSA)
- Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
- Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
- Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)
Skills
- Molecular Cloning
- In Vitro Transcription
- Protein Expression
- Protein Purification
- Plasmid Engineering
- DNA Sequencing
- RNA Purification
- Electrophoresis
- Quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR)
- Multiplex Polymerase Chain Reaction
- Microsoft Office Suite
