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Research Biologist

Axle


Job Location:

Bethesda, MD - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 120000 - 130000
Posted: 11 September 2026 (4 days ago)
Application Deadline: 9 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

(ID: 2026-3035)


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).


Benefits:

  • 100% Medical Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
  • Paid Time Off (Including Holidays)
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • 401K Match
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
  • Flexible Spending Accounts:
    • Healthcare (FSA)
    • Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
    • Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
    • Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

Position Overview

Axle is seeking a Research Biologist to serve as a senior research scientist in the conduct and leadership of research focused on immunologic lung injury using advanced molecular techniques including next-generation sequencing cell-free DNA and cell-free RNA analysis and high-density proteomics platforms to support early diagnosis of lung injury disease monitoring and personalized treatment for patients who have or are at risk of serious lung disorders. This role supports detection and analysis of novel molecular markers to help reduce patient morbidity and mortality from immunologic lung disease following human stem cell transplantation. A Masters degree in Biology Immunology or a relevant field is required along with at least five years of relevant scientific experience the ability to design experiments and analyze results with appropriate statistical analysis and the ability to write methods and results sections for high-quality scientific publications.

Field of Study

  • Biology Immunology or a relevant field

Skills

  • At least five (5) years of relevant scientific experience
  • Ability to perform next-generation sequencing cell-free DNA analysis cell-free RNA analysis and high-density proteomics platform assays as well as learn other assays as assigned
  • Ability to design experiments to meet the requirements of the principal investigator
  • Ability to analyze results and present them with appropriate statistical analysis
  • Ability to write methods and results sections for high-quality scientific publications

Deliverables

  • Work products and documents related to performing experiments and procedures including but not limited to cell-free DNA cell-free RNA and a variety of -omic platforms Upon Request
  • Work products and documents related to recording and interpreting experimental research data Upon Request
  • Computer-generated work including preparing manuscript drafts for publication Upon Request
  • Work products and documents related to providing reports of research activities Upon Request
  • Preliminary reports related to budget and regulatory activities Upon Request

Statement of Work Details

  • Serve as a Biologist and senior research scientist in the conduct and leadership of research focusing on immunologic lung injury
  • Use multiple advanced molecular techniques including next-generation sequencing cell-free DNA and cell-free RNA analysis and high-density proteomics platforms to support early diagnosis of lung injury disease monitoring and personalized treatments for patients who have or are at risk of serious lung disorders
  • Provide detection and analysis of novel molecular markers to support reducing patient morbidity and mortality due to immunologic lung disease following human stem cell transplantation
  • Identify causative immunologic mechanisms (cells and molecules) in each patient to direct further therapeutic interventions related to autoimmune-associated lung injury after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation
  • Support the Early Detection of Infectious and Noninfectious Lung Diseases Following Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation protocol (001742-H) by performing single-cell sequencing and high-density proteomic analysis of blood and lung cells to help define mechanisms of altered lung function and identify patients at high risk of life-threatening lung injury
  • Support the Quantitative Autoantibody Levels and Proteomic Endotypes in Myositis-Interstitial Lung Disease study (B2B Award) by performing high-density proteomic assays (e.g. proximal extension assay) and quantitative autoantibody assays to characterize proteomic endotypes and identify trends in autoantibody levels and protein signatures in response to immunosuppressive therapy
  • Support other research projects as assigned

The diversity of Axles 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 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.

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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.

This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidates experience qualifications skills and location.

Salary Range

$120000 - $130000 USD


Required Experience:

IC


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