Lab Aide (part-time)

The Khor laboratory is a high-mentoring environment currently seeking a highly motivated and creative individual for the position of Lab Aide. The scientist will be engaged in studying novel pathways regulating inflammation, autoimmunity and aging particularly in the context of Down syndrome. Work includes both human and animal models and is highly collaborative and cross-disciplinary. Immunology, in vivo mouse model and systems biology experience is highly desirable.  Our goal is to empower precision therapy of immune-medicated diseases in people with and without down syndrome.

This is a part-time position - 10 to 19 hours per week. 

• Perform routine laboratory tests and assist with experimental procedures

• Prepare media, reagents, and stock solutions

• Rinse, clean, and organize laboratory glassware and equipment

• Maintain cleanliness and order in the lab

• Monitor and replenish laboratory supplies

• Assist technical staff and researchers in daily lab operations

• Perform basic clerical tasks as needed

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Strong interest in science or biomedical research

• Prior lab coursework or experience preferred, but not required

• Attention to detail, reliability, and willingness to learn

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented setting

$21.50 to $25.37 hourly

• Paid sick leave
• Subsidized ORCA pass

Benaroya Research Institute (BRI) has a bold mission: to advance the science to predict, prevent, reverse and cure immune system diseases, from autoimmune disease to cancer to asthma and allergies. We create detailed pictures of the immune system in health and disease, aiming 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 nonprofit research institute based in Seattle and affiliated with Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. We collaborate with clinicians and patients to accelerate the path from innovative lab discoveries to life-changing patient care.

At BRI, each individual is valued as an important contributor to our vision and mission. Consider making a difference by joining our team. Because together, we are powering possibility.

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

If you need an accommodation or assistance completing the online application, please contact Human Resources at 206-342-6547 or email jobs@benaroyaresearch.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.