Research Scientist/Engineer 1

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

4d•$56,448 - $93,180•Onsite

About The Position

The Washington National Biomedical Research Center at the University of Washington has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Scientist/Engineer 1 to join their team. Reporting to the Manager of Program Operations, the Research Scientist/Engineer 1 is responsible for supporting research and core programs within the WaNBRC. The employee in this position will provide care to the research animals and ensure that procedures and daily activities are performed in accordance with associated protocol and regulatory requirements. This position will provide support to the outstanding biomedical research directed towards significant human health issues and health of non-human primates. Not only will this person provide support via clinical care of experimentally manipulated animals, they will also provide technical support for actual experimental procedures. Some examples of research projects include but are not limited to the following: development of effective vaccines against HIV/AIDS via the oral mucosa, investigation of the effects of antibiotics on microbial communities and mucosal immunology of the GI tract and research of hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) targeting HIV resistant cells. In addition, this position is responsible for applying standardized veterinary concepts and procedures for the effective care of animals housed within the center.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and one year of relevant experience.
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
Excellent organizational skills and flexibility to work in an environment with constantly shifting and occasionally conflicting priorities.
Ability to work with minimal supervision as well as collegially within diverse groups, following established guidelines.
Ability to take direction and communicate effectively with others.
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and use appropriate judgement in sensitive situations.
Ability to generate and maintain accurate, detailed records using appropriate medical language.
Independent computer skills, including basic skills to use email and navigate on the internet.
Be able to assist veterinarians in all situations.
Proficiency in drug calculations, formulations, and dilutions.
Adaptable, learns well in various environments.

Nice To Haves

Certification LVT or Vet assistant, and 1 year of related experience
Experience administering and monitoring anesthesia in animals and performing other veterinary technical procedures.
Veterinary Licensure or ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology of non-human primates.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

Plan, schedule, and administer treatments to research and colony animals under veterinary oversight.
Observe and monitor animals for any clinical signs of illness, injury, or distress, and report findings promptly to the veterinary team.
Plan, coordinate, and collect clinical and research specimens and accurately document in databases.
Maintain treatment areas, drug inventories, and detailed clinical records.
Work closely with PIs and veterinarians to support ongoing and new research protocols.
Assist with anesthesia and major surgeries, and independently perform minor clinical procedures after appropriate training.
Provide guidance to staff, ensure adherence to SOPs, and participate in required training.
This position performs essential services and may be required to work during any period of declared suspended operation.
Adhere to the WaNBRC Environmental Enhancement Plan requirements for NHPs.
Participate in the Behavioral Management and Positive Reinforcement Primate Training Programs.
Develop a working knowledge of classical and operant conditioning principles and how they apply to handling primates in a research environment, with positive reinforcement as the expectation.
Develop a working knowledge of non-human primate behavior.