University of Washington Jobs

Req #: 233219

Department: DEPARTMENT OF LABORATORY MEDICINE AND PATHOLOGY

Posting Date: 04/22/2024

Closing Info: Closes On 05/06/2024

Salary: $4,649 - $7,500 per month

Shift: First Shift

Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230701_a11y.pdf )

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

The Research Scientist/Engineer 2 (NE S UAW RSE) in this role will perform investigations of HIV that lead to novel vaccines and antivirals therapeutics, through understanding immune response and virus structure/function

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Hands on research including bench work, tissue culture, experimental design, etc. including but limited to the following approaches – 70%

• 10x Genomics single cell RNA sequencing

• Flow cytometric cell analysis and sorting

• Virologic assays

• ELISA assays

• Molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning, DNA purification and analysis, DNA sequencing)

• Protein/antibody purification and analysis via electrophoresis and western blot

• Handling blood and tissue samples from humans and non-human primates

• Handling HIV-samples and cultures using stringent BSL2+3 practices

• Cell culture techniques (maintenance and use of cell lines, primary cells, transfections, virus infections)

• Learn established procedures in the lab

• Contribute to developing, troubleshooting, optimizing, and implementing new procedures

• Contribute to the overall development and progression of the research programOrganizing, Planning & Logistics – 20%

• Assume responsibility of scientific projects by applying advanced knowledge, skills, and expertise

• Ensure that equipment is maintained, serviced, and used properly

• Recommend upgrades to instrumentation and procedures as necessary

• Actively contribute to lab data organization quality control, and inventories of samples and reagents

• Maintain electronic and written records of all experiments and data

• Maintain detailed and updated protocols for all procedures and approaches

• Assist with purchasing, budgets, and spending

• Communicate and interact with collaborating labs

• Complete and update required regulatory trainings and approvals (IACUC, IRB, Biosafety etc.)

• Maintain chemical inventory and proper storage and disposal of chemicals

• Contribute to lab organization, stocking, and overall tidiness

• Work with others as a team towards a common goal

• Follow all policies at all timesData Analysis and Interpretation – 10%

• Record results of experiments

• Compile and analyze data

• Prepare figures for publications, presentations, progress reports, and grants

• Contribute to writing of publications and grants

• Literature Review

• Participate in productively in regular lab meetings MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors Degree in Biological Sciences or related field of study AND 2 years of specific knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the job satisfactorily:

• Knowledge of HIV/SIV, molecular biology, basic immunology, tissue culture, 10x Genomics, and/or glow cytometry.

• Experimentation with HIV/SIV, human, and animal samples

• Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Enhanced job performance will require high motivation and a keen interest in HIV, virology, immunology, and/or vaccines.

• The successful candidate should be able to work and communicate productively with other, possess a strong work ethic, and have a desire to produce scientific results that advance the research program.

• Experience in flow cytometry and 10x Genomics RNA sequencing are strongly preferred.

• Familiarity with animal studies and NIH funded research programs are also preferred. Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.