<section style="font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Tahoma',sans-serif;"> <div> <p>(ID: 2026-3842)</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>National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) located in Bethesda, MD.</strong></p> </div> <br> <div> <p><strong>Benefits We Offer:</strong></p> <ul> <li>100% Medical, Dental & 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: Tahoma; font-size: 10pt;" data-wrapper="true"> <p style="margin: 0;" data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong>Position Information:</strong></p> <p style="margin: 0;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0;">The purpose of this contract is to perform laboratory procedures (human sample handling and processing, extraction and quantitation of nucleic acids and proteins) and assays (molecular biology assays such as gel electrophoresis, enzymatic assays, PCR, etc.), under the direction [of] the principal investigator and senior scientists, which are core experimental research activities.</p> <p style="margin: 0;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0;"><strong>Additional Qualifications:</strong></p> <p style="margin: 0;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0;"><strong>Certifications & Licenses</strong></p> <ul> <li data-list-item-id="ecbbb3e044698caef9285caddfa926b02"> <p style="margin: 0;">Associates degree with at least four (4) years of experience or Bachelor’s with at least two (2) years of experience in molecular biology or a related field is required</p> </li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0;"><strong>Field of Study</strong></p> <ul> <li data-list-item-id="e2d72c1c9a692874a5aa68d2a00642bd6"> <p style="margin: 0;">Molecular Biology</p> </li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0;"><strong>Software</strong></p> <ul> <li data-list-item-id="e97cccf787bde61451998a90f244d3227"> <p style="margin: 0;">Experience with MS Word, Excel, Access, and GraphPad Prism.</p> </li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0;"><strong>Skills</strong></p> <ul> <li data-list-item-id="eff8c7082035599752ed59e5f17c3d2e4"> <p style="margin: 0;">Knowledge of proper laboratory disposal methods and safety procedures.</p> </li> <li data-list-item-id="ea629904af1e2ea778ce1ed0fa92db19f"> <p style="margin: 0;">Must be organized with a strong ability to multi-task, prioritize, and be attentive to detail.</p> </li> <li data-list-item-id="e4fa7f8ad38dcf559f8e6841e2ff4dc84"> <p style="margin: 0;">Must possess a high level of independent judgment and accuracy.</p> </li> <li data-list-item-id="e08400e16179af2097b0a2362da1be2d8"> <p style="margin: 0;">Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.</p> </li> <li data-list-item-id="e59a65acf1e68c0f9d7270b80ffe1f074"> <p style="margin: 0;">Excellent oral and written communication skills.</p> </li> <li data-list-item-id="ef3450598214f24765afd8c5376c8c541"> <p style="margin: 0;">Ability to work independently and reliably.</p> </li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0;"><strong>Deliverables:</strong></p> <p style="margin: 0;"> </p> <ul> <li data-list-item-id="ed2bdd5560cdc1a9fcfd048f53c325bcb"> <p style="margin: 0;">Work products and documents related to maintaining and completing laboratory logs; manage inventory and procure laboratory supplies, reagents and equipment; perform laboratory procedures. - Daily</p> </li> <li data-list-item-id="e3bfde51be4b609f17c42a3e0f5891c10"> <p style="margin: 0;">Work products and documents related to assessing and utilizing methods and/or procedures for use in laboratory experiments; make modifications and improvements in laboratory methods/procedures to meet specific needs or experimental situations. - Weekly</p> </li> <li data-list-item-id="efba944277fdc4e37bdea08b05c77bfbf"> <p style="margin: 0;">Work products and documents related to maintenance o