Lead Immunology Technology Development Investigator

Allen Institute; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 159,000 - 199,000; Full time

Job summary

The Allen Institute in Seattle seeks a senior technology leader to shape a strategic technology roadmap for the Immunology accelerator and lead the development of innovative assay platforms. You will work with cross-functional teams to translate technologies into scalable research workflows and drive collaborations across the Institute.

The role requires a Ph.D. in life sciences with 5+ years of postdoctoral or industry experience in molecular or cellular technologies, plus strong communication

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in life sciences or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of postdoctoral or industry experience.
• Experience developing and validating experimental assays or technologies.
• Experience leading research projects and mentoring staff.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify critical technology gaps and shape a strategic roadmap.
• Lead a small team to design and implement innovative assay technologies.
• Collaborate across institutes to translate new technologies into workflows.
• Publish, present, and contribute to collaborations.
• Oversee resource allocation and foster rigorous lab culture.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

Ph.D. in life sciences (Immunology, Neurobiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Biophysics, or related)

Job description

The Allen Institute in Seattle seeks a senior technology leader to shape a strategic technology roadmap for the Immunology accelerator and lead the development of innovative assay platforms. You will work with cross-functional teams to translate technologies into scalable research workflows and drive collaborations across the Institute.

The role requires a Ph.D. in life sciences with 5+ years of postdoctoral or industry experience in molecular or cellular technologies, plus strong communication