Scientific Program Analyst

(ID: 2026-3796)

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).

Axle is seeking a Scientific Program Analyst to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the Office of the Director (OD) located in Durham, NC.

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 Information:

This position will support the newly established NIH Office of Research Innovation, Validation and Application (ORIVA), Division of the National Toxicology Program Interagency Center for the Evaluation of Alternative Toxicological Methods (D-NICEATM) to conduct research and evaluation of computational tools, predictive models, and low-code workflows for toxicology.

Additional Qualifications:

Certifications & Licenses

• N/A

Field of Study

• Environmental Science

Software

• PowerPoint

• Excel

• Word

Skills

• New approach methodologies

• Computational toxicology

• Writing

Deliverables:

• Pipelines, workflows, documentations, data and source code, scientific presentations, scientific publications - Ad-Hoc

Statement of Work Details:

• Work with staff on existing projects and/or the development, initiation and execution of new project initiatives. - 1

• Work with staff on the concept development, planning, execution and support of all project-related activities. - 2

• Prepare scientific and programmatic presentation materials such as tables, graphs, slides, abstracts, posters and overheads by assimilating and mastering the scientific data and programmatic context for use at presentations and meetings. - 3

• Design, develop and maintain databases, Listservs, spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations and other computer applications. - 4

• Organize, analyze, and write project reports, scientific papers and present reports in scientific areas, based on results and findings. - 5

• Researches and evaluates the operation of the organization's scientific programs.

• Organize and maintain project documentation and communications; track project progress using project management tools.

• Researches, interprets and summarizes background materials from a variety of scientific sources.

• Conduct literature searches in PubMed, Web of Science and other information sources; manage references using bibliographic software.

• Organize and analyze reports in a scientific area as assigned.

• Read, interpret, analyze and condense material from a variety of sources for presentation.

• Compiles data and creates and prepares graphs, slides and presentations.

• Prepare presentation materials such as handouts, meeting materials, slide presentations, and background/supplemental documents, spreadsheets, charts and graphs for conferences, committee, meetings, workshops and group updates.

• Performs logistical planning of various scientific meetings, lectures, workshops.

• Attend meetings, training and conferences in support of program initiatives.

• Plans, organizes and participates at a senior level in technical meetings and consultations.

• Prepare and give formal presentations for division leadership and other interest groups.

• Give regular progress reports to sponsor and stakeholders.

• Coordinate with strategic project leaders on the logistics annual in-person Committee meetings, monthly teleconferences or videoconferences, and additional teleconferences, videoconferences or electronic reviews to address key issues.

• Maintain ongoing, proactive communication with key personnel throughout the initiative; gather, provide and exchange information with Network investigators, their staff and other relevant individuals.

• Reviews and evaluates the performance of the organization.

• Provide project management support for large and/or complex projects with internal and external stakeholders and other project participants.

• Analyzes existing scientific programs and makes recommendations for improvement.

• Work with staff to assist and conduct management and administrative analysis; evaluate procedures, policies, processes and systems for the purpose of improving efficiency.

• Define problems; analyze alternatives; recommend solutions to complete problems affecting the conduct of research programs.

• Develops and prepares various scientific reports.

• Organize and maintain a repository of resources, including minutes, reports, spreadsheets and web pages related to the program.

• Obtain information and data; review and summarize materials and data; gather and coordinate information for review; conduct data entry and file maintenance; edit and/or prepare text, data and charts.

• Search scientific, program and related information on the Web and other means; perform literature and database searches.

• Develops and implements new scientific programs in order to fulfill organizational goals and objectives.

• Maintain and distribute scientific papers relevant to specific programmatic needs.

• Design, perform and complete research projects, applying scientific knowledge to each project, and provide a detailed summary of goals and scope, milestones and go/no go decisions points.

• Provide project planning and project management strategies to efficiently approach complex tasks.

• Collaborate with staff to plan and carry out special studies and analyses of the research portfolios.

• Develops and maintains clinical database.

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: View email address on aiapply.co

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