Research Technologist 1

University of Washington Medical Center•Seattle, WA

4d•$45,144 - $53,148•Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Studies in Demography and Ecology (CSDE) has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Technologist to join their team. Reporting to the Biodemography Lab Director, the Research Technologist is responsible for a wide variety of tasks associated with the daily operation of biosafety level 2 laboratories supporting population research. The Biodemography Lab primarily uses enzyme immunoassays to measure biochemical markers and qPCR-based assays to measure molecular markers in a variety of biospecimen types, often for large-scale population health studies.

Requirements

A Bachelors Degree in Biology, Biological Anthropology, or related field OR Two years experience as a Laboratory Technician II, or equivalent
Experience in lab research (either as a student or employee), with a proven record of careful attention to detail and conscientious work habits
Proficiency in or ability to learn techniques for: processing large numbers of specimens accurately, immunoassays with the use of a BioTek microtiter plate reader and Gen5 software, qPCR assays with the use of a BioRad thermocycler and CFX software
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and proficiency in other Microsoft Office software
Willing to work with potentially infectious biological specimens collected from humans
Ability to work to high standards both independently and as an integral and active member of a close-knit research team
Commitment to a quality of work that meets CSDE high standards for excellent research and excellent service

Nice To Haves

Statistical software or programming skills
Familiarity with UW EH&S lab safety rules
Experience with the UW procurement, IRB, and other systems

Responsibilities

Perform routine enzyme immunoassays and PCR/qPCR assays
Receive, inventory, and process biological specimens to prepare them for assay
Prepare buffers, solutions, and reagents
Collect, record, and verify accuracy of data; organize laboratory data
Assist in recording and monitoring assay quality control data for all assays
May perform analyses and prepare charts, graphs, and reports
May assist in project management, including organizing biomarker collection supplies, assisting in IRB applications and status reports, organizing project documents, scheduling project meetings, and preparing agendas and minutes
Participate in laboratory meetings and planning sessions
Monitor inventory of consumable supplies and reorder as needed
Assist with equipment maintenance and lab housekeeping
Assist in maintaining adherence to and documenting compliance with UW EH&S rules for lab safety for all lab users
Assist in maintaining an archive of biological specimens, including monitoring refrigerators and freezers and organizing cold storage space
May demonstrate and explain various laboratory techniques to laboratory personnel, students, and others