The Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology at the University of Washington in Seattle has an temporary Research Scientist/Engineer 1 opportunity. Under general supervision, this role will perform technical procedures and research in Dr. Alex Greninger’s laboratory. The position will support research looking at viral replication, viral-host protein-protein interactions, drug efficacy, viral evolution, and viral genome sequencing fields.

Scientific Research Activities (80%)

• Perform experiments according to documented protocols.
• Perform scientific investigative procedures such as clinical validation of the techniques through interpretation of the results – notify supervisor or senior lab members if results are not agreeable with experimental goals.
• Assist in troubleshooting problems that arise in research protocols and report problems to the Research Senior Scientist.
• Assist supervisor and/or senior lab members in developing techniques including multiplex PCR, next-generation sequencing library preparation, and novel digital PCR tests.
• Participate in writing reports about new assay development and continuing data collection and interpretation; participate in presentations to peers and supervisor both at formal lab meetings and informal meetings with colleagues.
• Operate and maintain necessary instruments utilized in scientific studies of laboratory experiments, including PCR thermocyclers, qPCR instruments, RNA/DNA fragment bioanalyzer, gel electrophoresis apparati, droplet generator, droplet reader and their associated computers.
• Maintain detailed lab records.
• Conduct literature reviews and background searches to assist in determining research methods and project planning.

Other Duties (20%)

• Update specimen inventory.
• Inventory reagents and supplies.
• General lab cleaning and maintenance.
• Operate ancillary equipment such as computers, printers, etc.
• Perform related duties as required.
• Attend and participate in lab meetings.