Requisition ID 13818BR
Title Research Associate (Type I Diabetes)
Job Category Research & Development
Job Description Purpose:
The role of Research Associate will provide research-based competencies in support of the T1D Research and Development Center aimed at accelerating the path of antigen-specific and biological therapies for autoimmune diabetes. This position will be responsible for providing technical support in the laboratory for research experiments and data integrity.
Relationships:
Reports to a Research Scientist in T1D. Internal relationships include research associates, scientists, project teams both locally and globally.
Essential Functions:
• Collect data from mouse and human experiments relevant to T1D, work with supervisor to perform basic data analyses
• Work with supervisor to perform proper record keeping to ensure data integrity of NNRC
• Assist in the design of and perform human and mouse biomarker studies in close collaboration with the Research Scientist. Conduct in-vitro analyses of immune cell phenotype and function, using FACS, ELISPOT, T cell assays, Treg analysis and other in-vitro assays. Some assay development required.
• Perform in vivo and ex vivo experiments, in collaboration with colleagues, to evaluate therapies for treatment of T1D in mice. Some assay development required.
• Handle and process human blood samples to isolate immune cells
• Order lab supplies as needed and perform other job-related duties as assigned
Physical Requirements:
Works with human and animal blood and tissue; works in a laboratory environment that may include hazardous chemicals and blood borne pathogens. May require 5% travel.
Key Success Factors (Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills):
• BS with minimum 1 year relevant experience.
• Basic understanding of immunology and immunological assays, including but not limited to multi-parameter flow cytometry, ELISpot, immune cell functional assays, ELISA/Luminex, and histological analyses.
• Experience working with human and animal blood, tissues and/or cells as well as proper handling of biohazard material
• Ability to work independently and support assay development required
• Strong technical skills, including cell culture sterile technique required
• Experience working in BSL2 conditions and animal models preferred
• Computer proficiency, database management and the ability to learn new software programs
• Excellent skills in collecting data and accurately maintaining laboratory notebooks
Department NN DIABETES CENTER - SEATTLE (1)
Position Location US - Seattle, WA
City Seattle
State/Provinces US - WA
Degree Required Bachelor's Degree Required
Percent Travel 0 - 10%
Title Research Associate (Type I Diabetes)
Job Category Research & Development
Job Description Purpose:
The role of Research Associate will provide research-based competencies in support of the T1D Research and Development Center aimed at accelerating the path of antigen-specific and biological therapies for autoimmune diabetes. This position will be responsible for providing technical support in the laboratory for research experiments and data integrity.
Relationships:
Reports to a Research Scientist in T1D. Internal relationships include research associates, scientists, project teams both locally and globally.
Essential Functions:
• Collect data from mouse and human experiments relevant to T1D, work with supervisor to perform basic data analyses
• Work with supervisor to perform proper record keeping to ensure data integrity of NNRC
• Assist in the design of and perform human and mouse biomarker studies in close collaboration with the Research Scientist. Conduct in-vitro analyses of immune cell phenotype and function, using FACS, ELISPOT, T cell assays, Treg analysis and other in-vitro assays. Some assay development required.
• Perform in vivo and ex vivo experiments, in collaboration with colleagues, to evaluate therapies for treatment of T1D in mice. Some assay development required.
• Handle and process human blood samples to isolate immune cells
• Order lab supplies as needed and perform other job-related duties as assigned
Physical Requirements:
Works with human and animal blood and tissue; works in a laboratory environment that may include hazardous chemicals and blood borne pathogens. May require 5% travel.
Key Success Factors (Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills):
• BS with minimum 1 year relevant experience.
• Basic understanding of immunology and immunological assays, including but not limited to multi-parameter flow cytometry, ELISpot, immune cell functional assays, ELISA/Luminex, and histological analyses.
• Experience working with human and animal blood, tissues and/or cells as well as proper handling of biohazard material
• Ability to work independently and support assay development required
• Strong technical skills, including cell culture sterile technique required
• Experience working in BSL2 conditions and animal models preferred
• Computer proficiency, database management and the ability to learn new software programs
• Excellent skills in collecting data and accurately maintaining laboratory notebooks
Department NN DIABETES CENTER - SEATTLE (1)
Position Location US - Seattle, WA
City Seattle
State/Provinces US - WA
Degree Required Bachelor's Degree Required
Percent Travel 0 - 10%