University of Washington · 1 day ago
Research Scientist Senior
Greater Seattle Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$104K/yr - $156K/yr
7+ years expThe University of Washington is a leading academic institution dedicated to innovative research and education. They are seeking a Research Scientist Senior to support research activities in the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology, focusing on viral replication, drug efficacy, and viral genome sequencing. The role involves project development, technical oversight, and collaboration with various labs to enhance virologic test services.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Responsible for the technical and development of the research projects and experiments in the Greninger lab and collaboration with the Renton Central lab
Prepare manuscripts for publication
Lead automation efforts in the DIDD involving liquid handlers
Develop and implement clinical research validation to be used for virologic test services based on binding and functional serologies and cellular immunity assays
Facilitate and lead the research process of streamlining and harmonization of wet bench aspects of workflows across the DIDD laboratories
Plans, develops, and coordinates research and development of technical workflows and facilities of the DIDD laboratories
Oversee the creation of technical development documentation (validation document, procedures) for new and updated tests from research to specification required by regulatory agencies, including CAP, CLIA, FDA, Study Sponsors, and PIs
Negotiate with vendors for reagents and instrumentation needed for expanded immunology services across the Virology Division laboratories
Review the current technical development plans and assist in planning for annual division research and development technical goals and objectives
Interact with internal and external collaborators related to aspects of technical development
Qualification
Required
PhD in Immunology, Virology, Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology or closely related field
Experience requirement, minimum: Seven years in related area or equivalent combination of education/experience in collaborative project design, and understanding of genomics and/or viral biology
Strong written and communication skills
Ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot
Benefits
Vacation time and sick time off that accrues monthly, including 12 paid holidays.
State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities.
Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region.
Excellent healthcare, dental, disability, retirement, and other plan options.
Lots of free fantastic fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.
Company
University of Washington
University of Washington is an educational institution that provides undergraduate, graduate, and research programs.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$205.35MKey Investors
Avista foundationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesAdvanced Research Projects Agency for Health
2025-04-21Grant· $0.01M
2024-09-13Grant
2024-08-13Grant· $21.1M
Leadership Team
Andrew S Allen
Adjunct Professor
Arthur Denny
Founder
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