Benaroya Research Institute Hiring for Research Technician I at Seattle, WA  Full Time

The Ray Lab at Benaroya Research Institute (BRI) in Seattle, WA is seeking a highly-motivated Research Technician. The Ray lab studies how human genetic variation and epigenetic states of immune cells alter susceptibility to autoimmune diseases. The lab performs large-scale genomic experiments using CRISPR-mediated silencing of active regions of the genome, DNA base editing, massively parallel reporter assays, and other methodologies to find regions of the genome that promote risk for disease.

The duties of this position potentially include:
* Prepare progress reports including gathering, organizing, and interpreting data and preparing data for presentations and manuscripts.
* Perform computational analysis of genomic sequencing data.
* Maintain laboratory records by recording detailed data, including photography and computer input, in a literate and thorough manner.
* Conduct literature search and read literature applicable to research area.
* Conduct lab inventory, complete purchase orders for hardware, glassware, and supplies.
* Operating a variety of laboratory instruments such as spectrometers, electrophoresis radiation counters, PCR machines, measuring instruments and devices.
* Performing chemical, physical, or biological assays following written protocols.
* Working with mice, including immunizations and viral infections.
* Preparing fractionated samples from blood using sterile technique.
* Lentivirus preparation and infection of cells.
* Preparing fractionated samples from blood using sterile techniques.
* Antibody staining of cells and flow cytometry.

BA/BS in a scientific field and basic laboratory skills required. Applicants must have strong mathematical, computer, data analysis, and statistical analysis skills. They must have good verbal and writing skills, and have the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

$21.29 to $30.22 per hour

Medical, dental, vision hardware insurance
• Flexible spending accounts: health care, dependent care, commuter
• Short and long-term disability and 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
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Subsidized bus pass
• Subsidized YMCA membership
• Voluntary benefits, e.g., pet insurance, accident, critical illness, identify theft
• See benaroyaresearch.org for benefit details

Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason (BRI) has a bold mission: 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 all. As an independent non-profit organization within Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, 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 the vision and mission. BRI is committed to a safe, caring and diverse workplace; as well as to taking action to further our commitments to foster inclusion, equity and belonging so employees feel comfortable bringing their full selves to work. Consider making a difference, join our team. Because together, we are Powering Possibility.

Visit BenaroyaResearch.org or follow BRI’s Autoimmune Life Blog, Facebook, Instagram,LinkedIn or Twitter to learn more.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status. If you need assistance completing the application process, please contact Human Resources at 206-287-5646 or email [email protected]