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University of Washington · 12 hours ago

Research Scientist/Engineer 2

positionSeattle, WA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
money$69K/yr - $114K/yr
date2+ years exp

The University of Washington is seeking a Research Scientist/Engineer 2 to support research projects focused on the mechanisms underlying toxicity of yeast prions. The role involves performing research in protein folding, presenting results at scientific conferences, and training researchers in laboratory techniques.

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Responsibilities

Perform research in protein folding, focused on the conformational transitions of prions proteins in yeast and their cellular regulation; perform routine and help develop new techniques in molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, and genetics; perform routine and shared tasks to support the functioning of the lab as needed, including reagent and glassware prep, lab organization, inventory, etc
Presenting results at scientific conferences; writing results for publication in international journals
Train undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral researchers in laboratory techniques
Providing research training for HS students

Qualification

Protein biochemistry techniquesMolecular biology techniquesStatistical analysesYeast experienceMathematical modelingMicrosoft OfficeAdobe Creative CloudOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsSelf-motivation

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry and two years of work in a research lab
Competence in standard protein biochemistry techniques (extraction of proteins from Cell lysate, gel electrophoretic analyses, stability assays, etc)
Competence in standard molecular biology techniques (recombinant DNA, PCR, fluorescence microscopy,etc)
Competence in data and standard statistical analyses
Excellent organizational/record-keeping skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Competence with computer programs such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Cloud

Preferred

Previous experience with yeast
Working knowledge of mathematical modeling of biological systems
Ability to critically evaluate scientific literature
Self-motivation

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

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$215.35M
Key Investors
Avista foundationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesAdvanced Research Projects Agency for Health
2026-01-18Grant· $10M
2025-04-21Grant· $0.01M
2024-09-13Grant

Leadership Team

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Andrew S Allen
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Arthur Denny
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