Axle is seeking a Scientist to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Institute on Aging (NIA) located in Baltimore, MD. Benefits We Offer: • 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 Scientist will provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Institute on Aging (NIA), delivering services and deliverables through the performance of support services including basic molecular biology and biochemistry experiments, preparation and analysis of DNA, RNA, and chromatin from cell subsets, basic cell culture, and CRISPR/Cas9-mediated genome editing in cell lines and mice. A Master's degree is required. Certifications & Licenses additionally call for a Ph.D. in a scientific field, along with a background in Biology and excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills. Certifications & Licenses • D. in a scientific field. Field of Study • Biology Software • MS Office Suite Skills • Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills. Deliverables • Work products and documents related to updating and maintaining laboratory notebooks and databases; attending laboratory meetings; and presenting results and findings to staff. - Ad-Hoc • Work products and documents related to performing chromatin biology techniques; performing basic cell culture; carrying out basic molecular biology and biochemistry experiments; and monitoring maintenance and repair of equipment. - Ad-Hoc • Work products and documents related to CRISPR/Cas9-mediated genome editing in cell lines and mice. - Ad-Hoc • Work products and documents related to preparing and analyzing DNA, RNA, and chromatin from cell subsets. - Ad-Hoc Statement of Work Details • Carry out basic molecular biology and biochemistry experiments. - 1 • Prepare and analyze DNA, RNA, and chromatin from cell subsets. - 2 • Perform basic cell culture. - 3 • Design and carry out CRISPR/Cas9-mediated genome editing in cell lines and mice. • Update and maintain laboratory notebooks and databases. • Attend laboratory meetings; present results and findings to staff. • Coordinate maintenance and repair of equipment. 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. This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and location. Salary Range $115,000-$120,000 USD