Benaroya Research Institute · 3 months ago
Lab Aide (work-study)
Seattle, WA
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad
$21.50/hr - $25.37/hrBenaroya Research Institute is a nonprofit research institute focused on advancing the science of immune system diseases. The Lab Aide will assist in projects exploring immune responses and will perform various laboratory techniques while gaining valuable experience in molecular biology.
Clinical TrialsHealth CarePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
The individual in this position will be involved in projects exploring the immune response to commensal and pathogenic bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract
The techniques likely to be used include DNA isolation, PCR and gel electrophoresis to conduct genotyping, basic flow cytometry of circulating blood immune cell populations, tissue sectioning, immunofluorescence staining and microscopy
They will also be responsible for general laboratory duties including preparation of stock solutions, lab stocking and maintenance
Students will gain experience in the following areas: conduct DNA isolation, perform PCR and gel electrophoresis, and determine sample genotype
Conduct tissue dissection and cell isolation
Conduct cell staining and basic flow cytometry
Stock lab supplies, prepare reagents, autoclave
Qualification
Required
A high school diploma or GED
Enrollment in a university-level science degree program (e.g., biology, chemistry, or biochemistry)
Demonstrated accuracy
Attention to detail
Ability to learn new skills quickly
Preferred
Previous or current coursework in biology and/or chemistry
Past laboratory experience
Experience with molecular biology techniques
Benefits
Sick leave
403(b) retirement plan
Subsidized ORCA pass
Company
Benaroya Research Institute
Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason is devoted to finding causes and cures for autoimmune diseases.
Founded in 1956
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$22MKey Investors
Fund for Science and TechnologyNational Institutes of Health
2025-08-27Grant
2022-04-28Grant· $17M
2018-01-29Grant· $5M
Leadership Team
Margaret McCormick
Chief Administrative Officer
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