Scientist (Part-Time)

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 Molecular Immunology (LMI), Division of Intramural Research (DIR).

Technical Requirements:

• Perform dissections of laboratory mice, preparing tissues for single cell analysis, and cells for functional analysis using molecular, cellular, virologic and immunologic evaluations


• Perform cell culture of immune cells, preparing cells for single cell analysis, and for functional analysis using molecular, cellular, virologic and immunologic evaluations


• Perform genotyping and phenotyping of mouse models of human diseases or conditions


• Characterize protein-protein interactions involved in immune cell signaling


• Perform biochemical characterization of protein-protein interactions involved in immune cell signaling.


• Keep and maintain a clean and efficient working laboratory environment.


• Order and organize necessary supplies and reagents.


• Maintain laboratory notebooks with sufficient details for reproducing results and documenting progress to support intellectual property evaluations.


• Maintain laboratory safety.


• Maintain accurate sample tracking and data management.


• Perform problem solving, call technical support to fix problems, initiate service calls or repairs, and interact with field service engineers and field application specialists for repair and optimization of laboratory equipment.


• Advise and assist the Federal Task Leader and other lab staff in molecular physiologic techniques.


• Assist and perform lab projects independently.


• Discuss and report data in peer reviewed papers and with the Federal Task Leader and scientists.

Specific Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Biology, Life Sciences or a related discipline.


• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in immunology


• Experience working in a laboratory environment


• Experience and knowledge of maintaining accurate and detailed records, and knowledge of proper laboratory disposal methods and safety procedures.


• Part-time: 20 hours/week