Research Scientist/Engineer 2 (Temporary)

University of Washington Medical Center•Seattle, WA

1d•$61,920 - $113,580•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Urology has an outstanding opportunity for a Temporary Research Scientist/Engineer 2 to join their team. The Research Scientist/Engineer 2 will facilitate ongoing research projects spanning basic and translational science studies, and interact with collaborators at the University and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center. This person will work under supervision to complete assigned tasks/projects. The overall direction will be supplied by the Principal Investigator. The employee will be responsible for following experimental design and safety guidelines. The employee will also act as a team member for our on-call Rapid Autopsy Program, interacting with a team of research scientists and physicians through tissue collections. The employee will also work in vivarium with mice. This position is in the Department of Urology, Genitourinary Cancer Research Laboratory. The position involves cell culture, performing a variety of molecular biology techniques, processing and staining of tissue samples, and working in an animal facility with mice. The candidate must have a willingness to learn and the ability to work with team members within the laboratory and collaborators outside of the laboratory. The employee will perform routine scientific work applying standardized scientific procedures and techniques but are also involved in the on-call Rapid Autopsy Program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in basic biological sciences with an emphasis in one of the biology disciplines and at least two years of relevant experience.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
A strong working understanding of cell culture.
Basic molecular biology experience in RNA and DNA isolation, realtime PCR, western blot analysis, and immunohistochemistry.
Experience working with mice.
Familiarity with software to compile spreadsheets of acquired data.
Must be able to work to complete assigned tasks/projects under supervision.
Must be able to work in the SPF facility with mice.
Must be very attentive to detail and keep accurate records, in addition to research notes that provide sufficient detailed information for reproducing results or procedures by other individuals.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the processing of tissues is desired but not a requirement.

Responsibilities

Facilitate ongoing research projects spanning basic and translational science studies.
Interact with collaborators at the University and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center.
Follow experimental design and safety guidelines.
Act as a team member for the on-call Rapid Autopsy Program, interacting with a team of research scientists and physicians through tissue collections.
Work in vivarium with mice.
Perform routine scientific work applying standardized scientific procedures and techniques.
Teach and supervise delegated tasks with participation in the execution of these tasks as necessary.
Meet with the PI or other collaborating faculty and participate in running of the research studies.
Assign study tasks to support staff to assure timely execution of the research project.
Meet with the PI or other collaborating faculty and participate in the design of the research studies.
Assure that the studies are performed according to approved protocols.
Be cognizant of the ongoing research projects in the facility and be able to articulate overall research goals.
Collect, compile (e.g., entering data into Excel spreadsheet and generating graphs), and correlate data and recognize discrepancies in results.
Contribute data/findings for use in reports, documents or oral/written presentations.
Rotate (every third week) as a member of a Rapid Autopsy team.
Assist with the Rapid Autopsy process and collection and processing of samples.
Order and ship materials when required.
Interact in a collaborative manner with others to accomplish organizational goals and provide ideas for improved efficiency.
Update the laboratory chemical inventory, maintain the chemical inventory and manage the disposal of chemicals when appropriate, with the expectation of becoming the laboratory chemical safety officer.
Learn new techniques as required for optimal job performance.
Work with undergraduate students when required.
Perform other duties as assigned.