Research Associate I, Molecular Genetics Operations

ClearCompany Talent Management Software; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Allen Institute in Seattle is seeking a Research Associate I to join the Molecular Genetics department within the Brain Science accelerator. This role supports the Genetic Tools Pipeline, helping to generate and characterize viral vectors and transgenic mouse lines to target neuronal cell types with precision.

The successful candidate will maintain lab operations, coordinate data quality, and collaborate across internal teams and external partners, with strong communication and meticulous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, biology, neuroscience, or related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to learn new software quickly.
• Experience with biosafety practices and working in a BSL-2 environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Genetic Tools Pipeline coordination, data quality, and metadata organization across pipeline databases.
• Perform bench-level lab support including sample preparation, processing, and storage per SOPs.
• Maintain lab organization, inventory, and equipment compliance with facilities and admin teams.
• Manage biological resource distribution and MTAs, repository depositions, and related record-keeping.
• Create, maintain, and audit SOPs and process-tracking tools to improve pipeline visibility and data integrity.
• Communicate professionally across internal teams and external partners; ensure timely follow-through and escalation when needed.
• Support recurring departmental operations and administrative tasks as required.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Tools

LIMS

Power BI

Power Automate

Power Apps

Smartsheet

Office 365

Protocols.io

Job description

The Allen Institute in Seattle is seeking a Research Associate I to join the Molecular Genetics department within the Brain Science accelerator. This role supports the Genetic Tools Pipeline, helping to generate and characterize viral vectors and transgenic mouse lines to target neuronal cell types with precision.

The successful candidate will maintain lab operations, coordinate data quality, and collaborate across internal teams and external partners, with strong communication and meticulous