Axle
Bioscience and IT solutions for NIH research
Axle provides research, technology, and healthcare services to accelerate discovery for organizations like NIH. They specialize in bioscience, bioinformatics, data science, AI/ML, and scientific computing to support translational research and public health initiatives. Their work bridges lab discoveries to clinical applications through innovative informatics and staffing solutions.
Scientific Program Analyst
Supports extramural research initiatives at NIMH through data-driven analysis, portfolio management, and program evaluation. Conducts literature reviews, synthesizes data, develops presentations and reports, and coordinates scientific meetings and workshops.
Computer Systems Analyst
Develop specialized computer software and high-performance computing solutions to analyze experimental imaging and simulation data for NIH research projects. Requires experience with machine learning, image analysis, statistical methods, and scientific computing support.
Laboratory Technician
Laboratory Technician supporting cancer research at NIH. Performs cell culture, molecular biology techniques, specimen processing, and lab operations in a research environment. Requires bachelor's degree and 2+ years of lab experience.
Scientific Communications/Technical Writer
Translate complex biomedical research and technology transfer activities into clear communications for licensing, commercialization, and stakeholder audiences. Requires a Master's degree and 2+ years of scientific communications and technology transfer experience.
Animal Biologist Small Animal
Conduct molecular biology research at NIH/NIMH, extracting DNA, maintaining tissue sample archives, processing samples for external labs, and performing quality control in an endocrine-related mood disorder lab. Requires 10 years of molecular biology and endocrine lab experience.
Community Brain Health Study Research Coordinator
Manage day-to-day operations of a community-based brain health equity cohort study at NIH/NIA, including participant recruitment, data collection, regulatory compliance, and community partnership development in historically marginalized populations.
Data Science Fellow - AI/NLP
Postdoctoral researcher developing AI/NLP and knowledge engineering methods to transform biomedical literature into structured, evidence-grounded knowledge for organoid protocol standardization. Requires PhD and strong Python/NLP research experience.
Junior Illustrator
The Junior Illustrator will create high-quality visual communications, including illustrations, animations, video, web content, and graphic designs, to support NIH research programs in Hamilton, Montana. This role involves collaborating with subject matter experts to translate complex scientific concepts into clear and engaging visual materials.
Computer Systems Analyst
Provide IT support and system administration for scientific laboratory software and applications at NIH/NCATS. Manage enterprise chemistry tools including ELN systems, perform troubleshooting, vendor coordination, and maintain servers and databases.
Bioinformatics/Data Scientist
Conduct multi-omics analyses (scRNA-seq, bulk RNA-seq, proteomics, metabolomics) on organoid systems to characterize fidelity and identify biomarkers. Develop computational pipelines, integrate public datasets, and collaborate with experimental teams. Requires a PhD in bioinformatics or related field with strong R/Python skills.
Director of Data Solutions
Leads technical strategy, architecture, and delivery of enterprise data platforms, AI/ML solutions including GenAI, and modeling/simulation practices. Oversees cross-functional teams to build reusable capabilities from complex data, ensuring production-grade quality and governance. Requires 6+ years experience and strong leadership.
Associate Director of AI and Data
Leads AI/ML strategy and teams for NIH biomedical research, evolving Polus platform, building petabyte-scale pipelines, and supporting federal proposals. Requires PhD and 8+ years AI/data science experience with leadership.
Bioinformatics Scientist
Develops and maintains bioinformatics pipelines for NGS data analysis including variant calling, gene expression, and genomics assembly. Provides statistical modeling, scripting support, and experimental design consulting for NIAID researchers; requires 4+ years experience and expertise in Python/R and pipeline frameworks.
Electron Microscopy Specialist
Operates TEM/SEM instruments to generate high-quality imaging data for infectious disease research at NIAID's Rocky Mountain Laboratories. Prepares biological samples, conducts immuno-EM experiments, troubleshoots equipment, and collaborates with scientists; requires 5+ years EM experience and relevant degree.
Site Reliability Engineer
Builds scalable multi-cloud infrastructure using Kubernetes and AI/ML tooling, implements observability with Grafana/Splunk, automates IaC with Terraform/Ansible, and ensures compliance/reliability for scientific programs. Requires 6+ years DevOps/SRE experience.
Entomologist
Conducts entomology research focused on malaria, including mosquito rearing, infection, direct skin feeding assays, and insectary operations. Analyzes data, develops protocols, and collaborates on research projects requiring 5+ years of lab experience and bachelor's in biology or related field.
Computer Programmer
Builds and optimizes scalable cloud/hybrid platforms using DevOps/SRE practices, focusing on automation, CI/CD, observability, and AI/ML workloads. Requires 6+ years Linux, 4+ years IaC on AWS/GCP/Azure, and strong scripting skills.
IT Operations Technical Lead
Leads IT operations for hybrid cloud and on-premise infrastructure, managing Linux/Windows systems, ITIL processes, incident response, automation, and AI/ML workloads. Requires 5+ years leading teams and 10+ years hands-on Linux experience with cloud and DevOps tools.
Power Apps / Sharepoint Developer
Develops and maintains PowerApps and SharePoint solutions to automate NIH workflows, integrate data sources, and enhance collaboration. Requires 3-5 years experience with Power Platform, bachelor's degree, and hybrid onsite work in Bethesda, MD.
Senior Manager, Business Development – Insurance & Financial Services
Leads commercial growth in insurance and financial services by building executive relationships, owning sales pipeline and revenue targets, and translating data/analytics/AI capabilities into business value for regulated enterprises. Requires 5-8 years BD/sales experience and onsite presence in Tysons, VA.