Research Scientist Iii - Murine Models Of Cell Therapies

Responsibilities

Summary of Position:

 

Create transformative genetic therapies for primary immunodeficiency diseases in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. We are seeking an experienced laboratory scientist with interests in pre-clinical modeling of hematopoietic Cell Therapies.  This scientist will assist established research teams to perform experimental cell therapy procedures in mice.  You work will assist in bringing multiple cutting-edge Cell Therapies into clinical trials, maximizing your potential to achieve high impact research publications and therapeutic products.  We are in downtown Seattle, a city that is surrounded by lakes, the Puget Sound, and the Cascade and Olympic mountains- a great location for both urban and outdoor adventurers.  The projects are collaborative and supported by biotech, NIH, and institutional funding sources, and the laboratory is led by Dr. David Rawlings, Director of  the Center for Immunity and Immunotherapies at the Seattle Children's Research Institute.

 

 

Job Responsibilities:

• Work with other Research Scientists to plan and execute testing of Cell Therapies in relevant mouse models; may include assisting in the preparation of the cell therapy.
• Perform hands-on in vivo procedures such as: anesthesia, injections, and peripheral blood sampling.
• Assist with monitoring and analyses of experimental mice; may include analysis of hematopoietic cells in culture or flow cytometry.
• Assist others in management of the mouse colony, including breeding, genotyping, and training other scientists how to conduct in vivo experiments.
• Present data at internal and external meetings and contribute data to manuscripts.
• Think critically, trouble shoot, and problem-solve.
• Be comfortable in fast paced environment and able to work collaboratively.
• Have excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Mentor junior scientists in experimental roles.
• Have strong hands-on expertise using rodent models; cell culture, assay development, and/or flow cytometry analysis is a plus.

 

Interested parties please send resume and cover letter to laura.smith@seattlechildrens.org and/or apply on the Seattle Children's site https://www.seattlechildrens.org/about/careers/  (posting number 2024-52312 for RSIII)

Requirements

Required Education/Experience:

• PhD Degree level in applicable science field/related field OR.

• Master's Degree in applicable science field/ related field plus minimum three (3) years of related experience OR.

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in applicable science field / related field plus minimum five (5) years of related experience with a robust publication record.

• Related work experience varies by lab / position, as it relates to the research projects and research field assigned to this position.

Required Credentials:

• N/A.

Preferred:

• PhD in relevant specialty area or closely related field.

• Substantial prior experience in relevant area of research.

Min to Max Hourly Salary$36.75 - $55.12 /hrMin to Max Annual Salary$76,440.00 - $114,649.60 /yrSalary Information

This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.

 

The union pay ranges can be found on the Seattle Children's website here: WSNA - UFCW

 

Seattle Children's offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants

This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors.

Benefits Information

Seattle Children's offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Click here for more information.

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Employment Type: FULL_TIME