Req #: 233225

Department: DEPARTMENT OF LABORATORY MEDICINE AND PATHOLOGY

Posting Date: 05/02/2024

Closing Info: Open Until Filled

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.

Research Scientist/Engineer 2 (E S UAW RSE) will use state of the art technologies to study the pathology of a broad range of diseases, including neoplastic, infectious and inflammatory disorders. In order to understand human diseases using advanced technologies, in vitro models and animal models.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform established laboratory procedures in the execution of specific research projects, and provide technical support for spatial transcriptomics core – 85%

• Follow established laboratory procedures and SOPs, maintaining required documentation.

• Perform standard histological techniques.

• Execute experiments using Nanostring CosMx and GeoMx platforms.

• Perform assays on fluids, tissues and cells, including IF, IHC, ISH, ELISA, and real-time PCR.

• Support development of new tissue-based assays.

• Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.Lab Operations – 15%

• Teach laboratory techniques to new members.

• Organize and analyze service metrics and research data; prepare data for presentations, manuscripts and grant applications.

• Prepare laboratory reagents; order and restock laboratory supplies.

• Assist laboratory members with experiments and service order.

• Participate in laboratory meetings.

• Perform related duties as required. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or related field, AND two (2) years of relevant experience, OR Equivalent combination of education/experience.

• Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Specific knowledge, skills and abilities to perform job:

• Histological techniques.

• Competency in molecular biology.

• Ability to learn and master new laboratory skills.

• High motivation level and excellent attention to detail and good laboratory practice (e.g. strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures).

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Good time management skills, and ability to multitask. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience with RNAse free techniques, PCR, RT-PCR and sequencing library preparation.

• Basic histology lab skills – embedding, sectioning, and special staining.

• Experience with advanced staining techniques: immunohistochemistry (IHC), immunofluorescence (IF), and RNA in situ hybridization (ISH).

• Cell and tissue culture – not required, but desirable.

• Mouse colony management – not required, but desirable. 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.