Research Technician I

Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason; Seattle (WA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established research institute is on the lookout for a dedicated Research Technician to join their innovative team. In this role, you will support vital biomedical research by preparing laboratory reagents, conducting molecular biology techniques, and working with both human and mouse samples. Your contributions will directly impact the understanding and treatment of immune system diseases. This dynamic environment fosters collaboration and values each team member's input, making it an exciting opportunity for anyone passionate about scientific research and making a difference in healthcare.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Short and long-term disability

Life and AD&D insurance

403(b) retirement plan with matching funds

PTO: 13 holidays, 3 weeks vacation

Employee assistance program

Educational assistance program

Subsidized ORCA pass

Wellness benefits

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a scientific field required; basic lab skills needed.
• Prior lab experience, especially with flow cytometry, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lab reagents and cultures; conduct basic molecular biology.
• Maintain lab records and analyze data; manage lab inventory.

Skills

Basic laboratory skills

Mathematical skills

Data recording

Statistical analysis

Molecular biology techniques

Flow cytometry

Education

BA/BS in a scientific field

Tools

PCR

Laboratory reagents

Job description

Overview

The Bettelli laboratory at Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason is seeking a highly motivated Research Technician to support and perform laboratory procedures for biomedical research projects.

Responsibilities

• Preparing laboratory reagents, chemicals, stocks, cultures and cell lines
• Basic molecular biology (cloning, plasmid isolation, transformation, PCR)
• Multi-parameter flow cytometry to phenotype mouse and human cells
• Working with mice, including immunization as required by the project
• Preparing samples from human and mouse blood, and tissues using sterile technique
• Maintain laboratory records by recording detailed data, analyze data and report data
• Conduct lab inventory, complete purchase orders for hardware, glassware, and supplies

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a scientific field and basic laboratory skills required
• Must have basic mathematical, data recording, computer database, data and statistical analysis skills
• Prior work in a laboratory environment, especially multi-parameter flow cytometry, molecular and cellular biology and working with mice preferred

Compensation

$23.13 to $32.85 per hr.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts: health care, dependent care, commuter
• Short and long-term disability
• 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 ORCA pass
• Wellness benefits
• Voluntary benefits

About Us

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.