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University of Washington · 18 hours ago

Plastic Surgery Research Scientist Assistant

positionGreater Seattle Area
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry Level
money$53K/yr - $87K/yr
date1+ years exp

The University of Washington is a prominent institution dedicated to research and education. They are seeking a Research Scientist/Engineer Assistant to assist in bench work, manage mouse colonies, and ensure compliance with research protocols in the Division of Plastic Surgery.

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Responsibilities

Participate in bench/experimental work = 50%
Tissue sectioning and histology/immunohistochemistry of nerve and muscle samples
Assist with animal surgery and behavioral experiments if desired
Assist with data analysis and manuscript/grant writing if desired
Assist/Lead rodent care and colony maintenance = 40%
Manage general animal care, including postoperative checks on animals, administering medications, and communicating with veterinary services as needed
Lead mouse colony maintenance, including litter weaning, genotyping, recordkeeping, and euthanasia
Assist with animal experimental planning, such as ensuring appropriate supplies, medications, and animals have been ordered
Autoclave and disposal of biohazardous waste
Assisting with protocols and compliance = 10%
Assist with reviewing and updating animal use protocols for the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)
Ensure compliance with all animal use regulations by all team members

Qualification

Mouse colony maintenanceImmunohistochemistryMicroscopyHistologyCultural humilityTeamworkCommunicationProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in a related field
Less than one year of relevant experience
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration

Preferred

Strongly desired: prior mouse colony experience, particularly with genotyping and recordkeeping
Two or more years of relevant research experience in a basic science laboratory setting
Experience with histology and immunoblotting
Experience with microscopy

Benefits

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Company

University of Washington

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University of Washington is an educational institution that provides undergraduate, graduate, and research programs.
dateFounded in 1861
location
Seattle, Washington, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.washington.edu

H1B Sponsorship

University of Washington has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (249)
2024 (211)
2023 (159)
2022 (171)
2021 (169)
2020 (154)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$205.35M
Key Investors
Avista foundationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesAdvanced Research Projects Agency for Health
2025-04-21Grant· $0.01M
2024-09-13Grant
2024-08-13Grant· $21.1M

Leadership Team

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Andrew S Allen
Adjunct Professor
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Arthur Denny
Founder

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