RESEARCH SCIENTIST 1
Req #: | 167947 |
Department: | THE WASHINGTON NATIONAL PRIMATE CENTER |
Job Location: | Seattle Campus |
Posting Date: | 05/28/2019 |
Closing Info: | Open Until Filled |
Salary: | Salary is commensurate with experience and education |
Shift: | First Shift |
Notes: | As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here. |
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. All of which has allowed the UW to be nationally recognized as a “Great College to Work For” for five consecutive years.
The Washington National Primate Center has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Scientist 1.
The primary purpose of this position is to provide the appropriate environment to support outstanding biomedical research directed towards significant human health issues and nonhuman primate (NHP) health and biology. In conjunction with our Mission Statement, these values link this position to our purpose as a Primate Center:
• Commitment to Research
• Teamwork
• Accountability - Productivity
• Communication
Under the general supervision of a Principal Investigator in the Neuroscience Division, this position serves a critical function in furthering research on visual system function by preparing viral vectors.
The position demands organization, commitment, the ability to work with others, the ability to maintain a laboratory notebook, and experience in laboratory protocols.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Viral vector production and quality control
• Prepare plasmid DNA
• Prepare AAV vectors
• Measure titer of AAV vectors by qPCR
Molecular cloning
• Develop novel DNA constructs with guidance
• Submit DNA samples for Sanger sequencing and interpret results
• Keep DNA constructs organized and logged in computer database
Histological analysis of fixed brain tissue
• Prepare perfusion reagents
• Cut, stain, and mount fixed tissue sections
• Analyze tissue by fluorescence microscopy
REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or related discipline.
• Competency with basic molecular biology protocols (DNA purification, electrophoresis, PCR)
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate well with a diverse group of people.
• Experience requirement, minimum: Up to one year of experience in a related area 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.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE
• Master's degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or related discipline
• Experience with eukaryotic cell culture techniques
• Experience with bioinformatics
Terms and Conditions for Employment
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Able to work a flexible schedule with occasional off hours and weekend work.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of health assessment at the UW's Employee Health Clinic. The health assessment may include but is not limited to tuberculosis clearance, measles clearance, immunizations such as tetanus and vaccinia, physical exam and/or review of work health history, x-rays, and/or assessment to wear positive or negative respiratory protective equipment. These health assessments will be repeated periodically during work assignment.
This position may be required to work with and take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially infectious agents. Specific precautions may include wearing respirators and/or protective clothing. Employee is personally responsible for following health & safety and security policies/procedures, and staying current on all required training. Bloodborne pathogen training and compliance with all WaNPRC and UW security policies is also mandatory. This position involves handling nonhuman primates and human pathogenic organisms. The ability to work in an ABSL-3 containment facility may be required.
Application Process:
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