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Allen Institute · 1 day ago

Research Associate I – Imaging

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$54K/yr - $66K/yr

0+ years exp

The Allen Institute is dedicated to understanding the principles that govern life and advancing health through innovative research. They are seeking a Research Associate I to join an interdisciplinary team focused on spatial transcriptomics, responsible for executing laboratory tasks and experiments to produce high-quality data on brain cell types.

Neuroscience

No H1B

Responsibilities

Operate fluorescence imaging microscopes

Handling of mouse and human tissue

Perform multiple histological staining processes (Nissl, IHC, Biocytin, ISH)

Prepare and assemble custom slides and imaging chambers

Operate MERSCOPE, Xenium and any other imaging equipment within the team

Compile, process and analyze data; evaluate and communicate research results

Evaluate, calibrate, and troubleshoot experiment quality and instrument functionality

Contribute to a rigorously scientific, cohesive and efficient team environment

Maintain accurate laboratory documentation using established methods, which may include Microsoft Office, Custom Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), and other packages

Follow Standard Operating Procedures, good laboratory practices, and comply with all regulatory requirements

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Fluorescence imagingHistological stainingLaboratory experienceNeuroscience knowledgeCell biology knowledgeMicroscope operationData analysisScientific communicationManual dexterityComputer skillsCustom imaging softwareAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in a life science or related field

Basic knowledge of neuroscience and cell biology