Research Technician I-II

The Khor laboratory is seeking a high-mentoring, high-achieving environment currently seeking a highly motivated and creative individual for the position of Research Technician I-II The individual will be engaged in studying novel pathways regulating inflammation and autoimmunity, particularly in the context of Down syndrome. As a Research Technician I will be responsible for providing technical laboratory support for biomedical research projects performing both routine and non-routine lab procedures. This is a transitory training position; the selected individual will receive strong mentoring to promote scientific growth and development. As a Research Technician II you will be responsible for performing investigative work for research project, performing experimental procedures and operating specialized and highly technical laboratory equipment. The selected individual will also receive strong mentoring to promote scientific growth and development towards future professional goals.

• Preparing laboratory reagents, chemicals, stocks, cultures and cell lines.
• Operating a variety of laboratory instruments such as flow cytometers, spectrometers, electrophoresis radiation counters, PCR machines, measuring instruments and devices
• Performing chemical, physical, or biological analyses following written protocols
• Working with mice, including immunization and surgeries if this is the focus of the project
• Preparing fractionated samples from blood using sterile technique
• Maintain laboratory records by recording detailed data, including photography and computer input, in a literate and thorough manner
• Prepare slides for light or fluorescent microscopy
• Conduct literature search and read literature applicable to research area
• Conduct lab inventory, complete purchase orders for hardware, glassware, and supplies
• Prepare progress reports including gathering, organizing, and interpreting data and preparing data for presentations and manuscripts.
• Confer with other scientific personnel; attend seminars and technical meetings.
• Initiate and conduct experimental protocols with minimal instruction.
• May train and/or supervise lab aides/techs.

• Research Tech I: BA/BS in a scientific field and basic laboratory skills required. Prior experience in a laboratory environment preferred
• Research Tech II: Requires a BA/BS in a scientific field and a minimum of 2-3 years of progressively responsible work experience in a scientific research laboratory
• Must have basic mathematical, data recording, computer database, data and statistical analysis skills.
• Prior experience with experiments involving mammalian tissue culture and multiparameter flow cytometry preferred

Research Tech I: $22.46 to $31.89 per hour

Research Tech II: $25.90 to $38.08 per hour

• Medical, dental, vision hardware insurance
• Flexible spending accounts: health care, dependent care, commuter
• Short and long-term disability and life and AD&D insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching funds after one year of employment
• PTO: 13 holidays, three weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick leave per year
• Employee assistance program
• Educational assistance program
• Subsidized bus pass
• YMCA rebate and other fitness club discounts
• Voluntary benefits, e.g., pet insurance, accident, critical illness, identify theft
• See benaroyaresearch.org for benefit details 

Benaroya Research Institute (BRI) has a bold mission: To predict, prevent, reverse and cure immune system diseases, from autoimmune disease to cancer to COVID-19. We examine the immune system in both health and disease to understand how disorders start and how to rebalance the immune system back to health. Equipped with innovative tools and robust biorepositories, our team chips away at the biggest mysteries behind these conditions to work toward our vision of a healthy immune system for everyone. BRI is a world-renowned independent nonprofit research institute affiliated with Virginia Mason Franciscan Health and based in Seattle. We collaborate with clinicians to accelerate the path from innovative lab discoveries to life-changing patient care.

At BRI, each role is valued and an important contributor to our vision and mission. BRI is committed to a safe, caring and diverse workplace; as well as to taking action to further our commitment to foster inclusion, equity and belonging so employees feel comfortable bringing their full selves to work. Consider making a difference by joining our team. Because together, we are powering possibility.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status. If you need assistance completing the application process, please contact Human Resources at 206-342-6972 or email jobs@benaroyaresearch.org.

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