Req #: 230253 Department: GENOME SCIENCES Job Location: Seattle Campus Posting Date: 01/19/2024 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $4,167 - $5,834 per month Other Compensation: Union Position: Yes Shift: First Shift Benefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here.
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The Department of Genome Sciences is part of the University of Washington School of Medicine and is comprised of 31 labs addressing leading edge questions in biology and medicine by developing and applying genetic, genomic and computational approaches taking advantage of genomic information now available for a host of species. GS is making major contributions in the application of genome science to understand the fundamentals of biology and to improve human health and wellbeing. Genome Sciences is a collaborative department supported by very different academic disciplines. We work with a multitude of Program Investigators (PIs) in departments both on the UW campus as well as worldwide. The department has gone through significant expansion since its beginning in 2001 with annual grant awards of $63M in FY23.
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POSITION PURPOSE
The Research Scientist/Engineer 1 will provide technical support for zebrafish developmental genetics experiments and work closely with postdoctoral fellows and graduate students. We aim to identify genes that control cellular transitions, primarily using single-cell genomics.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Contribute to single-cell genomics experiments by injecting zebrafish embryos at the 1-cell stage with reliable and consistent results. (45%)

Handle and breed zebrafish. (15%)

Complete standard molecular biology duties, including genotyping, cloning, PCR, gel electrophoresis, DNA isolation & sequencing, generation of CRISPR-Cas9 mutants. (35%)

Contribute data/findings for use in reports, documents, or oral/written presentations. (5%)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and one year of relevant experience, OR Equivalent combination of education/experience.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Theoretical knowledge of aquaculture/fisheries, genetics, and/or developmental biology

Prior experience working in lab-based research setting

Experience with standard molecular biology techniques

Ability to learn new techniques and work independently

Excellent communication skills

Excellent work ethic with a strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment

Meticulous record-keeping skills and organizational abilities

Basic computer skills
Application Process:The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.