Research Scientist/Engineer 2 (Temporary)

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

1d•$61,920 - $113,580

About The Position

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 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. COMPLEXITIES 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.
This position requires flexibility in the working hours, including extension into the evening when mandated by experiments or processing of specimens, and on occasion requires working outside of the standard workweek.