Scientist Premise

(ID: 2026-3919)

Axle 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).

• 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K match up to 5%
• Educational Benefits for Career Growth
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Flexible Spending Accounts:
  • Healthcare (FSA)
  • Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
  • Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
  • Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

Position Overview

The Bioinformatics Scientist will support NIAID research by developing and maintaining bioinformatics pipelines for genomics applications, implementing next generation sequencing workflows (QC and analysis), and performing high-dimensional and machine learning-based analyses. Responsibilities also include building a web-based in-house database interface, providing statistical support on research data, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team, training personnel in scientific and statistical software, and presenting results at scientific conferences. A Master's degree is required, with Miscellaneous Biology listed as the field of study; a PhD in a related field and a minimum of five years of bioinformatics experience are also listed as qualifications. This position is based at the NIH campus in Bethesda, MD (Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week) and is telework eligible.

Additional Qualifications

Certifications & Licenses

• Master's degree
• PhD in a related field

Field of Study

• Miscellaneous Biology

Software

• Microsoft Office

Skills

• Minimum of five (5) years of subsequent experience in bioinformatics and computational biology
• Experience in high-dimensional data analysis and machine learning (required)

Deliverables

• Clean equipment
• Meet with lab members to present updates

Responsibilities

• Provide programming and troubleshooting support to the Federal Government in the dissemination of research data.
• Develop and maintain bioinformatics pipelines for various genomics applications.
• Develop a web-based in-house database interface.
• Implement and utilize workflows for next generation sequencing, including quality control (QC) and analysis.
• Perform high-dimensional and machine learning-based analysis.
• Perform deep learning and linear mixed effects modeling research and provide statistical support and analysis on research data.
• Perform random forest and clustering analyses.
• Participate in the innovation and development of analytical solutions and evaluate new experimental approaches based on knowledge of the scientific literature, available facilities, and research needs.
• Support the planning and execution of research experiments in the context of the laboratory's overall research program and mission.
• Support laboratory staff on research projects and techniques and coordinate with junior staff to modify research protocols.
• Evaluate, analyze, and interpret research data, and communicate results and methods in reports, presentations, and manuscripts.
• Record observations and report results at weekly laboratory meetings.
• Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Independently coordinate the training of personnel in the use of scientific, statistical, and programmatic software applications.
• Initiate interdisciplinary collaborations with other research centers; work with staff, collaborate with outside researchers, and contribute to positive overall teamwork.
• Teach bioinformatics principles and methodologies.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and train others in its use.
• Assist in maintaining adequate space and facilities for ongoing and projected research studies.
• Present scientific and technical data at scientific conferences, delivering at least one presentation per year to audiences outside the Government.
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Disclaimer: 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.

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.