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Allen Institute · 10 hours ago

Scientist I - Connectomics

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$86K/yr - $107K/yr

The Allen Institute is dedicated to advancing health and understanding the principles that govern life. They are seeking a Scientist I to develop innovative sectioning techniques for a large-scale Electron Microscopy pipeline, focusing on the mapping of synaptic connectivity in the mouse brain.

Neuroscience

H1B Sponsored

Responsibilities

Collaborate with others to further scale cutting whole mouse brain samples for electron microscopy

Automate ultramicrotome cutting serial sections for volumetric Electron Microscopy

Robotic manipulation for section delivery with high precision and minimal section loss

Publish/present findings in peer-reviewed journals/scientific conferences

Qualification

AutomationRoboticsProgrammingConnectomicsSoftware engineeringTeam coordinationCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent combination of degree and experience

Strong background in automation or robotics

Strong programming skills (please share GitHub repository as part of job application)

Experience with software engineering best practices (e.g. version control and code reviews)

Preferred

Experience in Connectomics

Strong publication record

Ability to work independently and within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment to meet aggressive timelines

Exceptional oral and written communication and organizational skills

Ability to guide teams and coordinate activities within and across institutions, including coaching/mentoring junior members

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Basic life insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Company

Allen Institute

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The Allen Institute is dedicated to answering some of the biggest questions in bioscience and accelerating research worldwide.

Founded in 2003

Seattle, Washington, USA

501-1000 employees

https://alleninstitute.org/

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Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

Rui Costa

President and CEO

Andy Hickl

Chief Technology Officer

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