RESEARCH SCIENTIST/ ENGINEER 2 - University of Washington

Req #: 226516 Department: DEPARTMENT OF LABORATORY MEDICINE AND PATHOLOGY Posting Date: 08/27/2024 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $4,649 - $7,500 per month Shift: First Shift Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230119\_a11y.pdf) This posting may be used to fill additional opening. The salary range for this position has been updated to $4,649- $7,500 from the previously posted range of $4,649- $9,465 on 2/23/24. **Please note that this position has been refreshed. If you have already submitted your application, you need not submit it again, as it has already been received.** As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. **The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology has 2 outstanding openings for Research Scientist/ Engineer 2.** This position reports to Dr. Alex Greninger in the Greninger Lab. This position will support research looking at viral replication, viral-host protein-protein interactions, drug efficacy, viral evolution, and viral genome sequencing fields. **DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES** **Experimental Procedures and Management (50%)** - Perform molecular procedures including but not limited to real-time PCR, sanger sequencing, PCR product detection DNA sequencing and next generation sequencing; - Prepare chemical, DNA, and RNA reagents used in laboratory assays; - Writing and editing manuscripts - Sequencing and proteomic analysis - Independently execute documented protocols for quantitative viral detection on research and clinical specimens - Engage in developing novel assays, modifying and refining procedures and techniques to obtain optimal results; - Optimize protocols and troubleshoot experiments are necessary to generate relevant data and improve data quality; - Maintains, complete, accurate, legible records. Thoroughly documents any modifications; - Performs work accurately, precisely and meets test completion deadlines. Accommodates schedule changes to cooperatively accomplish required daily work; **Research and Project (35%)** - Assist in identifying research project goals; initiates small to moderate size program/projects; work is organized and prioritized appropriately; - Assignments and projects are completed within specified time frame; deadlines are consistently met; - Leads projects of a small to moderate size and scope; makes substantial contributions to determining feasibility of goals and objectives; - Present and update research progress at lab meeting or joined group settings; - Contributes data and analyses for grant submissions and assists in the preparation of publications and presentations; - Analyzes issues and projects thoroughly, considers all factors; obtains and uses resources as necessary; **Other Duties (15%)** - Organization of laboratory including chemical and biological safety, ordering, and processing orders - Trains and monitors new employees and guest technicians in experimental procedures and assays, laboratory safety and database maintenance; - Coordinates gatekeeper responsibilities for sample repository; - Perform Other Duties As Required. **MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:** Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, or related field AND 2 years of relevant experience, OR Equivalent combination of education/experience. **Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.** **Desired Knowledge/Skills:** PCR, primers and probe design, PCR product detection, Next generation sequencing, DNA sequencing analysis, DNA sequence analysis programs. Molecular biology background, PCR, sequencing, computer programing ability to analyze sequencing data. **Application Process:** The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your "My Jobs" page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed. University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.