Senior Bioinformatician

Location: Rockville, MD

Department: Professional Services

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 around the globe. 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 Biomedical Informatician that will support NIH’s clinical and research data management activities by providing expertise in data abstraction, curation, reporting, and regulatory compliance. This role supports clinical trial lifecycle management, stakeholder engagement, and adherence to federal reporting requirements. 

This opportunity supports a blended team providing PMO leadership, IT engineering and sustainment, biomedical informatics and data science, as well as policy, process, communications, and training functions. The work enables both NIH basic research and the NIH clinical research enterprise.  

Key Responsibilities 

• Perform data abstraction, curation, and coding of biomedical and clinical research data. 
• Manage clinical trial status updates and reporting activities. 
• Monitor accrual reporting and ensure compliance with NIH policies and federal regulations. 
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). 
• Track operational issues and recommend process improvements. 
• Support PRS (ClinicalTrials.gov) registration and maintenance activities. 
• Provide user support, training, and stakeholder engagement. 

Qualifications 

• Experience in biomedical informatics, clinical research operations, or health data management. 
• Familiarity with clinical trial reporting systems and regulatory requirements. 
• Strong analytical and documentation skills. 
• Experience working in federal or NIH environments preferred. 

Education

• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in the individual’s field of study and specialization and doctorate-level degree required in the specific subject matter.
• A Master’s degree in biology/computer science/engineering plus six (6) years of additional directly related work experience over and above the minimum experience requirements for this position may be substituted for the doctorate degree. 

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.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: [email protected]

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

$120,000 - $135,000 USD