University of Washington · 2 hours ago
Research Technologist I
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$45K/yr - $52K/yr
2+ years expThe University of Washington is seeking a full-time Research Technologist I to join the Adams Waldorf lab, focusing on infectious disease and immunology. The role involves performing laboratory investigative work, coordinating nonhuman primate experiments, and mentoring new trainees.
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Responsibilities
Coordination of nonhuman primate experiments: coordination of multiple teams (pathology, primate center, flow cytometry, single cell dissociation teams) to ensure there will be sufficient support on experiment dates
Sample processing – plasma/sera/PBMC isolation, tissue homogenization, single cell dissociation
Biochemistry and molecular biology – RNA and DNA extraction, qPCR, electrophoresis, immunoblotting
Immunology – ELISA assays
Computing and analysis –Powerpoint, Excel, Word, RStudio, LabWiki
Mentor new research trainees and undergraduates; contribute to improvements in efficiency
Orient/train new staff
Manage projects of moderate size and scope
Inventory management for reagents/orders/cells; track expenses
Laboratory Safety – onboard new personnel with lab safety SOPs, maintain the chemical list in the laboratory online, maintain laboratory safety practices, ensure compliance with lab regulations and completion of corresponding paperwork
Place orders, obtain quotes for the lab
Documentation – daily record of work performed in Slack
Development and updating of laboratory SOPs
Qualification
Required
Two years experience as a Laboratory Technician II, or equivalent; OR a Bachelors Degree in an appropriate field of science or technology
Experience working with cell/tissue culture and molecular bench work including, DNA and RNA isolations, PCR reactions, and ELISA assays
Interest in learning the imaging analyzing skill and analysis of immunohistochemistry
Ability to coordinate nonhuman primate experiments and perform sample collections and processing
Strong enthusiasm for work; detail-oriented, reliable, and highly organized
Possess a high degree of accountability for the quality of work performed
Ability to work independently after a reasonable amount of training
Excellent technical skills
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in biology, animal science, bioengineering, or related field and at least half a year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Benefits
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Company
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$215.35MKey Investors
Avista foundationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesAdvanced Research Projects Agency for Health
2026-01-18Grant· $10M
2025-04-21Grant· $0.01M
2024-09-13Grant
Leadership Team
Andrew S Allen
Adjunct Professor
Arthur Denny
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