Research Technologist 1

University of Washington Medical Center • Seattle, WA

7d • $45,144 - $53,148 • Onsite

About The Position

The Golden Lab in the Department of Neurobiology and Biophysics has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time Research Technologist 1. The Golden Lab focuses on understanding the neural mechanisms and circuits guiding motivated social behavior using rodent models, with a special interest in translational studies of reward, motivation, addiction, and depression. This position will support collaborative research studies between the Golden Lab and the Heshmati Research Group in the Center for Neurobiology of Addiction Pain & Emotion. The Heshmati Research Group studies neural mechanisms mediating the effects of general anesthesia in the brain, as well as the brain circuitry engaged by arousal, pain, and motivated social behavior. Reporting to Dr. Golden, the Research Technologist 1 will perform technical procedures evaluating, selecting, and applying standardized scientific procedures and techniques to assignments with clear, specific objectives; assignments require investigation of a limited number of variables and few complex features. May guide the work of peer technicians, or other support staff as necessary to achieve specific assignments.

Requirements

• Two years experience as a Laboratory Technician II, or equivalent; OR a Bachelors Degree in an appropriate field of science or technology.
• Must be willing and able to work with live mice.
• Must be knowledgeable about mouse handling, and previous mouse experience is strongly preferred.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Must be highly motivated, organized, and punctual.
• Must be able to work collaboratively and respectfully in a team environment with excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Preference is given to individuals with previous experience breeding transgenic mouse colonies.
• Familiarity with one programming language, particularly Python, is desirable but not required.
• An interest and willingness to learn new methods.
• A willingness to self-initiate troubleshooting of technical hurdles.

Responsibilities

• Transgenic and wild-type mice colony management, including breeding and weaning.
• Set up breeding cages for genetic crosses and wean litters of mice.
• Collect samples for genotyping and perform genotyping PCR.
• Transfer mouse cages between facilities upon request.
• Track mouse colony census and provide reports to supervisor.
• Communicate with vivarium staff and maintain compliance with animal protocols.
• General laboratory maintenance of vivarium and bench lab spaces.
• Assist postdoctoral fellows and graduate students on various projects as required and within scope of position.
• Assist with writing and maintaining lab protocols, licenses and databases.
• Assist with updating laboratory websites.
• Procure and organize lab supplies.
• Maintain lab supply inventory.

Benefits

• outstanding benefits
• opportunities for professional growth
• environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level