Linux Administrator and Data Processor

(ID: 2025-0771)

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 Linux Administrator and Data Processor to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) onsite in Baltimore, MD.

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)

Overall Position Summary and Objectives

The purpose of this position is to administer several Linux computers in our research facility and to perform basic data processing.

Deliverables:

• Clean Equipment - Ad-Ho

• cRun Validation - Ad-Hoc

• Inspect Equipment - Ad-Hoc

• Meet with lab members to present updates - Ad-Hoc

Work Details:

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Support and maintain scientific computer systems including hardware, operating systems, and associated services in a high-performance computing environment. - 1

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Design, develop, document, analyze, create, test and modify computer systems, programs and integrations. - 2

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Perform statistical analysis of experimental data obtained at various time points. - 3

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Provide performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization across the full range of scientific high-performance computing architecture. - 4

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Utilize knowledge of data structure, data management and various programming language. - 5

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Provides technical experience needed to perform analyses, processing and user support of various computer systems using standard statistical procedures and techniques.

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Provide statistical support to staff, including data analysis and the generation tools for researchers to use.

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Provide software recommendations and solutions across diverse scientific applications, including freeware relevant to analyses of scientific discovery.

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Sets up and uses various computer systems and software packages.

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Develop methods for analyzing complex datasets from various sources; document methodological approaches to data analysis performed, including detailed procedures and rationale.

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Compiles and manages data and assists with quality control.

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Drive collection of new data and the refinement of existing data.

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Produces various reports, graphs and figures for presentation.

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Prepare data and analysis for presentations and publication.

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Prepare research data for presentation and manuscripts.

1, 2, 3, 4, 5 represents priority rankings, where 1 is highest priority and 5 is lowest priority of those ranked

Minimum Education:

Bachelor

Additional Qualifications:

Certifications & Licenses

• N/A

Field of Study

• Computer Administration Management and Security

• Computer and Information Systems

• Computer Programming and Data Processing

• Computer Science

• Chemistry

• Biochemical Sciences

• Physics

Software

• R

• Pandas

• Python

• SQLite

• Linux

• MySQL

• NumPy

• MariaDB

• Bash

• Git

Skills

• Scientific Data analysis

• Statistical modeling

• Database management

• Data visualization

• Linux Administration

• Data cleaning

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
$75,000—$85,000 USD