Scientist Jobs in USA
Scientist jobs in cutting-edge bioengineering continue to shape the future of global healthcare and translational research. This Bioengineering Scientist role in Rockville, Maryland offers an exceptional opportunity for life science graduates and experienced professionals to contribute to advanced virus research, microfluidics innovation, and next-generation sequencing within a highly collaborative research environment in the United States.
About the Company
Axle is a leading bioscience and information technology company delivering innovations in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science. Supporting major research organizations including NIH institutes, Axle empowers scientific discovery through advanced tools, collaborative research, and technology-driven solutions that accelerate global healthcare outcomes.
Job Details:Â
- Job Title: Bioengineering Scientist
- Company: Axle
- Location: Rockville, MD
- Job ID: 2025-1343
- Salary: $120,000 – $140,000 USD, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location.
Scientist Position Overview
Axle is seeking a driven, organized, and detail-oriented Bioengineering Scientist to support the Virus Persistence and Dynamics Section (VPDS) within the Vaccine Research Center (VRC). This role supports cutting-edge research focused on viral evolution, sequencing technologies, and microfluidics-based analysis.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop microfluidics-based methods to analyze intra-host virus diversity and evolution
- Design high-throughput, single-copy, full-length viral genome sequencing workflows
- Optimize virus inactivation and nucleic acid extraction from blood and body fluids
- Design and operate customized microfluidic devices for water-in-oil emulsion generation
- Develop methods for high-throughput sequencing of individual intact virions
- Maintain detailed experimental records using electronic laboratory systems
- Present findings at internal and external scientific meetings
- Collaborate with NIH and external research scientists
- Train NIH scientists on newly developed methods
- Contribute to original research manuscripts and peer-reviewed publications
Required Qualifications for Scientist Jobs
- Ph.D. in Bioengineering, or related field
- 2+ years of postdoctoral or equivalent professional experience
- Expertise in microfluidic device design and fabrication (PDMS, soft lithography, glass fabrication)
- Experience with Pacific Biosciences Revio SMRT sequencing platform
- Proficiency in RNA extraction, RT-PCR, library preparation, and sequencing QC
- Experience with laboratory automation and liquid handling systems
- Strong background in bioinformatics and evolutionary biology tools
- Working knowledge of human immunology, especially antiviral responses
- Track record of first-author, peer-reviewed publications in:
- Bioengineering
- Virus evolution
- RNA virus infections
Additional Skills
- Ability to apply complex bioinformatics pipelines for next-generation sequencing analysis
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced research environment
Benefits of Scientist Jobs
- 100% Medical, Dental & Vision coverage for employees
- Paid Time Off (including holidays)
- Employee referral bonus
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- Flexible Spending Accounts:
- Healthcare (FSA)
- Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
- Transportation & Parking Reimbursement Accounts
